Question 1

Persistent, compulsive dependence on a substance or behavior despite ongoing negative consequences is

Accepted Answer

The definition given is an example of addiction. Obsession refers to a persistent thought or idea that dominates one's mind, denial is a refusal to acknowledge or accept the truth, and habit is a usual behavior that is repeated frequently but does not involve compulsive or destructive elements.

Question 2

Signs of Internet addiction include

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Neglecting family and friends and getting less sleep are both signs of excessive Internet use that can indicate addiction. Using the Internet for school assignments or work-related tasks may be necessary and not necessarily a sign of addiction, while making frequent Facebook updates may be a symptom of social media addiction but is not the only sign.

Question 3

Many people with sexual addiction

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Many people with sexual addiction have experienced physical, emotional, or sexual abuse in their past, which can contribute to their compulsive behavior. A and B are not necessarily true for all individuals with sexual addiction, and C may not be the primary goal for those struggling with this addiction.

Question 4

People with multiple addictions begin recovery by

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The first step in recovery from multiple addictions is recognizing that there is a problem. This recognition allows the individual to seek help and design an appropriate treatment plan that may involve eliminating or decreasing the addictive substances or behaviors over time. It is not recommended to substitute one addiction for another, and trying to eliminate all addictions at the same time may be overwhelming and lead to relapse.

Question 5

Early in her treatment program, Lily suffered profound withdrawal symptoms that required the staff of her rehab facility to enlist immediate medical supervision. This period is referred to as

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The period where Lily experienced profound withdrawal symptoms that required medical supervision is referred to as detoxification. This phase involves the clearing of the body from the toxic substance and the management of associated withdrawal symptoms. Option A, abstinence, refers to the practice of refraining from the use of drugs. Option B, compensation, is a term used to describe a coping mechanism that a person uses to manage their addiction or withdrawal symptoms. Option D, intervention, is a process where an addict is confronted, encouraged, and guided to seek help by professionals or loved ones.

Question 6

Louis is an alcoholic and a compulsive gambler. Approximately what percentage of people in treatment shares his problem of multiple addictions?

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Research shows that between 60% to 75% of people in treatment for addiction struggle with multiple addictions or co-occurring disorders. Louis's case of alcoholism and compulsive gambling is an example of co-occurring addictions.

Question 7

Jason works out three hours a day. Despite compliments from friends and family members regarding his strength and muscular physique, he believes that he is thin and weak. These perceptions suggest that Jason has

Accepted Answer

Jason's belief that he is thin and weak despite rigorous exercise and compliments from others is indicative of muscle dysmorphia, which is a disorder that involves a distorted perception of one's body size and shape. This disorder is also known as "reverse anorexia" because, in this case, the individual perceives themselves as smaller or weaker than they actually are.

Question 8

Exercise addiction often involves

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Exercise addiction can lead to overuse injuries because the individual is constantly pushing their limits and not giving their body sufficient rest and recovery time.

Question 9

A person who is codependent often

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A codependent person tends to be focused on the needs and wants of others, often to the extent that they neglect their own needs and well-being. This can lead to a pattern of living in crisis mode, as they try to constantly put out fires and meet the demands of the people in their lives. This can create a sense of chaos and instability, as their own needs and priorities are often disregarded.

Question 10

Diane's husband is addicted to gambling. Ways that Diane can stop enabling his behavior include

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By opening a separate checking account for her own use, Diane can protect her finances and stop enabling her husband's gambling behavior by not covering his financial mistakes or debts.

Question 11

Jake's friends refuse to loan him any more money because they've realized he is addicted to gambling. They have taken this step because they do not want to be

Accepted Answer

By refusing to loan Jake any more money, his friends are taking the responsible step of not enabling his addiction to gambling. Enabling refers to behaviors or actions that allow someone to continue in their harmful behavior, which can ultimately be detrimental to both the person and the enabler. Therefore, the best choice is A - enablers.

Question 12

Abstinence as a part of treatment is most realistic for which of the following types of addiction?

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Abstinence is most realistic for substance addiction as it involves complete cessation of drug or alcohol use. While certain behaviors such as sexual or work addiction may be managed through moderation or behavior modification, substance addiction often requires complete abstinence to prevent relapse. Shopping addiction may also involve abstinence from shopping, but it may be more difficult to completely avoid situations where shopping may occur.

Question 13

Process addictions involve behaviors that are addictive because they are

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Process addictions involve behaviors that are addictive because they are mood altering.

Question 14

Although Jeff's alcoholic mother criticizes and berates him, he still lives at home with her because he believes that she needs him. Jeff is exhibiting which type of behavior?

Accepted Answer

Jeff's behavior of staying with his alcoholic mother despite her negative treatment of him suggests a codependent relationship. Codependency is a pattern of behavior in which a person puts the needs of others before their own, to the point of sacrificing their own well-being. In this case, Jeff is sacrificing his own happiness and emotional health by staying in an unhealthy living situation out of a sense of obligation to his mother.

Question 15

The adaptive state that occurs with addiction to a substance that results in withdrawal syndrome if the substance is withheld is

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Physiological dependence is the state where the body has adapted to a substance and experiences withdrawal symptoms if the substance is withheld. This is caused by changes in the body's chemistry as it tries to maintain equilibrium in the presence of the substance. Compulsion is a strong urge to use a substance despite negative consequences, tolerance is the need to use more of the substance to achieve the same effect, and psychological dependence is the emotional and mental reliance on a substance. While these concepts are related to addiction, they are not specifically tied to the withdrawal symptoms that result from physiological dependence.

Question 16

A recovered addict who goes back to using a substance or engaging in the addictive behavior has had a(n)

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A relapse occurs when a person who has previously recovered from addiction or addictive behavior returns to using the substance or engaging in the behavior. Short-term recovery refers to a relatively brief period of abstinence or early sobriety. An intervention is a structured approach to helping someone get treatment for addiction. Withdrawal is the physical and psychological symptoms that occur when an addicted person stops using the substance.

Question 17

Which of the following statements about intervention is True?

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Interventions require careful planning and rehearsal to ensure that all the participants are on the same page and that the intervention goes as smoothly as possible. Individual confrontations can be too confrontational, and impromptu interventions lack structure and preparation.

Question 18

Ron and his children confront his wife about her drug problem, citing specific examples of the damage her behavior causes and encouraging her to get help. This is an example of a(n)

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This is an intervention, as Ron and his children are intervening in his wife's drug problem and encouraging her to seek help. Confrontation may be a part of the intervention, but it describes the approach rather than the overall action. A therapeutic encounter suggests a professional setting, which may not be the case here. Interaction is too broad and doesn't accurately describe the specific action being taken.

Question 19

Cleaning up the vomit from your roommate's latest episode of binge drinking is an example of

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Cleaning up after your roommate's binge drinking episode is an example of enabling because it involves removing the consequences of their behavior, potentially encouraging its continuation.

Question 20

Most work addicts come from homes that were

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Work addicts often come from homes that were alcoholic, violent, or dysfunctional, which can lead to the development of work addiction as a coping mechanism.

Quiz 13: Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction