Question 1

Unlike the opioid drugs morphine and heroin,methadone is:
A) not a narcotic.
B) a central nervous system depressor.
C) non-habit forming.
D) a synthetic drug.

Accepted Answer

Methadone is a synthetic opioid drug, meaning that it is man-made and not found naturally in the opium poppy plant like morphine and heroin. It is often used in addiction treatment programs as a substitute for these more addictive drugs in order to help individuals manage withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings.

Question 2

Neelah is a long-time serious drinker.In the last year she has started having huge memory lapses.When this happens,she makes up wild stories to help her fill in what she does not remember.This symptom is called:
A) confabulation.
B) Korsakoff's syndrome.
C) Wernicke's encephalopathy.
D) alcohol-induced psychotic disorder.

Accepted Answer

Confabulation is a symptom often seen in people who have suffered from alcohol-induced brain damage, such as Korsakoff's syndrome or Wernicke's encephalopathy. It involves making up stories or information to fill in gaps in memory or to cover up memory loss. Therefore, of the given options, A) confabulation is the best fit for Neelah's symptom.

Question 3

Henry is drinking at a party.The first effects he experiences are changes in:
A) the language center.
B) judgment.
C) memory.
D) motor control.

Accepted Answer

Alcohol first affects the brain's frontal lobe, which is responsible for judgment and decision-making.

Question 4

Self-help programs use _____ as evidence for their effectiveness.
A) longitudinal studies
B) laboratory experimentation
C) cross-sectional surveys
D) testimonials

Accepted Answer

Self-help programs often rely on testimonials as evidence for their effectiveness, as they are personal accounts from individuals who claim to have benefited from the program.

Question 5

Benzodiazepines work in much the same way as:
A) alcohol.
B) nicotine.
C) LSD.
D) cannabis.

Accepted Answer

Benzodiazepines work by enhancing the activity of a neurotransmitter called GABA in the brain, which leads to sedation, relaxation, and a reduction in anxiety. Alcohol also works by enhancing the activity of GABA, making it the best choice for comparison. Nicotine, LSD, and cannabis have different modes of action in the brain.

Question 6

All the opioid drugs are known collectively as:
A) narcotics.
B) endorphins.
C) depressants.
D) hallucinogens.

Accepted Answer

Opioid drugs are a specific class of drugs that bind to opioid receptors in the brain and can produce pain relief, pleasure, and a sense of euphoria. This class of drugs includes narcotics such as morphine, fentanyl, and heroin, which are all known to be highly addictive and potentially deadly. Endorphins are natural chemicals produced by the body that also bind to opioid receptors and can produce pain relief and pleasure, but they are not considered drugs. Depressants and hallucinogens are separate classes of drugs that do not include opioids.

Question 7

Of the following,which has the LOWEST risks for drug dependency and long-term behavioral change?
A) Amphetamines
B) Alcohol
C) Cannabis
D) Barbiturates

Accepted Answer

Cannabis has the lowest risks for drug dependency and long-term behavioral change compared to the other options given. Amphetamines, barbiturates, and alcohol all have a higher likelihood of causing addiction and altering behavior patterns over time. However, it is important to note that all substances carry some risk of dependence and negative long-term effects.

Question 8

How long does delirium tremens (the DTs)last?
A) less than 24 hours
B) 2 or 3 days
C) about a week
D) up to 10 days

Accepted Answer

The answer of How long does delirium tremens (the DTs)last?
A)...

Question 9

Drug dependence may develop because one finds drug use rewarding when it reduces tension.A person with which view of substance abuse would MOST likely agree with this statement?
A) the biological view
B) the sociocultural view
C) the cognitive-behavioral view
D) the psychodynamic view

Accepted Answer

The cognitive-behavioral view suggests that drug use is reinforced because it reduces tension, making it rewarding and increasing the likelihood of continued use.

Question 10

Mary takes a drug and feels excited,energetic,and like she could take on the world.Those feelings fade in a few hours.Mary exhibited intoxication,which is actually a form of:
A) tolerance.
B) temporary change.
C) hallucination.
D) substance dependence.

Accepted Answer

Intoxication is a temporary change in behavior, emotion, or thought due to the effects of a substance.

Question 11

Internet use disorder MOST accurately refers to people who:
A) are online every day.
B) communicate primarily throughout online modes.
C) spend most of their recreational time online.
D) spend all or most of their waking hours online.

Accepted Answer

Internet use disorder refers to individuals who spend all or most of their waking hours online, indicating a significant impairment in daily functioning and/or distress. Simply using the internet every day or for recreational purposes does not necessarily indicate an internet use disorder. Similarly, communicating primarily through online modes can be a preference rather than a disorder.

Question 12

Cocaine abusers on an inpatient ward earn rewards-and eventual release from the program-if they produce periodic urine samples that are free of the drug.The program they are in is a form of:
A) behavioral self-control training (BSCT).
B) contingency management.
C) relapse-prevention training.
D) detoxification.

Accepted Answer

The program described involves the use of rewards (positive reinforcement) for producing drug-free urine samples, which is a form of contingency management. Behavioral self-control training focuses on teaching individuals to monitor and control their own behavior, while relapse-prevention training involves identifying and coping with triggers for substance use. Detoxification is a medical process to safely manage withdrawal symptoms.

Question 13

In women,the enzyme alcohol dehydrogenase is found at:
A) higher levels in the brain,making them more susceptible to becoming intoxicated.
B) higher levels in the liver,making them more likely to develop cirrhosis.
C) lower levels in the fatty tissue,making them more likely to retain alcohol.
D) lower levels in the stomach,making them more susceptible to becoming intoxicated.

Accepted Answer

Alcohol dehydrogenase is responsible for breaking down alcohol in the stomach before it reaches the bloodstream. Women generally have lower levels of this enzyme in their stomachs compared to men, making them more susceptible to becoming intoxicated quicker.

Question 14

A heroin overdose is likely to occur in someone who:
A) takes heroin for a while,stops for a time,then starts again,taking the same amount he or she last took.
B) takes the same dose of heroin over a prolonged period.
C) gradually,but consistently,takes larger doses of heroin.
D) takes heroin for a long time and then begins using a lower than usual dose.

Accepted Answer

When someone stops using heroin and then starts again, their tolerance may have decreased, making the previous dose potentially lethal.

Question 15

An individual who has recently taken a drug angrily grabs some car keys and attempts to drive home.The person appears anxious,keeps bragging that driving the car won't really be that difficult,and states that he can do anything.MOST likely,that person is experiencing:
A) delirium tremens.
B) cocaine intoxication.
C) decreasing cross-tolerance.
D) hallucinosis.

Accepted Answer

The individual's behavior indicates that they are experiencing cocaine intoxication, as they are displaying impulsivity, overconfidence, and disregard for safety.

Question 16

The scarring of the liver caused by alcohol consumption is known as:
A) cirrhosis.
B) hemorrhaging.
C) vasoconstriction.
D) Korsakoff's syndrome.

Accepted Answer

The scarring of the liver caused by alcohol consumption is known as cirrhosis. Option B (hemorrhaging) refers to excessive bleeding, option C (vasoconstriction) refers to the narrowing of blood vessels, and option D (Korsakoff's syndrome) is a brain disorder caused by a lack of vitamin B1 in heavy alcohol drinkers.

Question 17

A researcher reports that a drug indirectly stimulates a reward center in the brain rather than directly stimulating it.The drug the researcher is studying could be any of the following drugs EXCEPT:
A) alcohol.
B) opium.
C) marijuana.
D) cocaine.

Accepted Answer

Cocaine directly stimulates the reward center by increasing dopamine levels in the brain's circuits, unlike the other options which have more indirect effects on the reward system.

Question 18

Alcohol is a factor in approximately _____ of all college dropouts.
A) half
B) one-third
C) one-fourth
D) one-tenth

Accepted Answer

The answer of Alcohol is a factor in approximately _____...

Question 19

Priyanka took a drug 90 minutes ago.Now she sits alone quietly,intently looking at individual blades of grass that are a brilliant purple and intensely listening to the sap running in a nearby tree.The person MOST likely took the drug:
A) LSD.
B) cocaine.
C) marijuana.
D) methamphetamine.

Accepted Answer

LSD is a hallucinogenic drug that can cause vivid visual and auditory hallucinations, such as seeing colors differently and hearing things that are not typically audible, which matches Priyanka's experience.

Question 20

According to research,18 percent of unemployed adults use an illegal drug.This is approximately _____ times the rate seen in employed adults.
A) 1.5
B) 2.5
C) 4
D) 6

Accepted Answer

The rate of illegal drug use among unemployed adults is approximately 2.5 times higher than that of employed adults, based on the given percentage.

Quiz 10: Substance Use and Addictive Disorders

Unlike the opioid drugs morphine and heroin,methadone is:

Neelah is a long-time serious drinker.In the last year she has started having huge memory lapses.When this happens,she makes up wild stories to help her fill in what she does not remember.This symptom is called:

Henry is drinking at a party.The first effects he experiences are changes in:

Self-help programs use _____ as evidence for their effectiveness.

Benzodiazepines work in much the same way as:

All the opioid drugs are known collectively as:

Of the following,which has the LOWEST risks for drug dependency and long-term behavioral change?

How long does delirium tremens (the DTs) last?

Drug dependence may develop because one finds drug use rewarding when it reduces tension.A person with which view of substance abuse would MOST likely agree with this statement?

Mary takes a drug and feels excited,energetic,and like she could take on the world.Those feelings fade in a few hours.Mary exhibited intoxication,which is actually a form of:

Internet use disorder MOST accurately refers to people who:

Cocaine abusers on an inpatient ward earn rewards-and eventual release from the program-if they produce periodic urine samples that are free of the drug.The program they are in is a form of:

In women,the enzyme alcohol dehydrogenase is found at:

A heroin overdose is likely to occur in someone who:

An individual who has recently taken a drug angrily grabs some car keys and attempts to drive home.The person appears anxious,keeps bragging that driving the car won't really be that difficult,and states that he can do anything.MOST likely,that person is experiencing:

The scarring of the liver caused by alcohol consumption is known as:

A researcher reports that a drug indirectly stimulates a reward center in the brain rather than directly stimulating it.The drug the researcher is studying could be any of the following drugs EXCEPT:

Alcohol is a factor in approximately _____ of all college dropouts.

Priyanka took a drug 90 minutes ago.Now she sits alone quietly,intently looking at individual blades of grass that are a brilliant purple and intensely listening to the sap running in a nearby tree.The person MOST likely took the drug:

According to research,18 percent of unemployed adults use an illegal drug.This is approximately _____ times the rate seen in employed adults.