Question 1

An acquaintance of yours uses Ecstasy and says, "Wow! I was totally energized and tripping. It was like LSD and meth combined." Your acquaintance's experience with Ecstasy was:

Accepted Answer

Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, is known for its stimulant and hallucinogenic properties, which can lead to increased energy, euphoria, and altered sensory and time perception, similar to the effects described by the acquaintance.

Question 2

The MOST powerful form of cannabis is:

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Question 3

What is the risk of tolerance and physical addiction to hallucinogens as compared with that of other addictive drugs?

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The risk of tolerance and physical addiction to hallucinogens is generally considered minimal compared to other addictive drugs. Hallucinogens, such as LSD, do not typically lead to physical dependence in the way that substances like opioids, alcohol, or nicotine do.

Question 4

A person uses a substance at noon. Although remaining awake and alert, the person experiences poor coordination, palpitations, and greatly enhanced visual perceptions. By dinner, the symptoms have almost completely subsided. The person MOST likely:

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LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) is known for causing enhanced visual perceptions, among other sensory distortions, without necessarily impairing consciousness or causing sedation. The symptoms described, including poor coordination and palpitations, along with the relatively short duration of effects, are consistent with the effects of LSD. Alcohol, heroin, and barbiturates typically cause more pronounced sedation or impairment of consciousness than described.

Question 5

Marijuana users in the 1960s were less likely to develop drug dependence than users starting around the year 2000. This trend MOST likely reflects that:

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The THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) content in marijuana, which is the psychoactive component, has significantly increased over the years. Higher THC levels are associated with a greater risk of addiction and other negative outcomes, making modern users more likely to develop dependence compared to those in the 1960s.

Question 6

According to the chart in your textbook, teenagers say that the drug easiest for them to obtain is:

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Alcohol is often cited as the easiest drug for teenagers to obtain due to its legal status and availability in many homes and retail environments.

Question 7

A high school student asks you, "What's the big deal about using pot at school, anyway? It's not going to hurt me." You want to correct this misconception. The MOST accurate reply is:

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Marijuana use can impair short-term memory and affect the ability to learn and retain information, which is particularly relevant in a school setting.

Question 8

The chief danger of LSD use is:

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The chief danger of LSD use is the possibility of very powerful, sometimes negative, reactions, including severe psychological distress and unpredictable behavior.

Question 9

Which is a negative effect of cannabis use?

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Cannabis use has been associated with a decrease in fertility, particularly affecting sperm count and motility in men.

Question 10

Months after last taking a drug, a former drug abuser still produces very little serotonin. The person is depressed and anxious and has great difficulty remembering new material. MOST likely, the abused substance was:

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Ecstasy (MDMA) is known to have long-term effects on the brain's ability to produce serotonin, a neurotransmitter closely linked to mood regulation, memory, and learning. The symptoms described are consistent with the aftermath of ecstasy abuse.

Question 11

Clinton smokes some cannabis at noon. When should the effects wear off?

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The effects of smoking cannabis typically last for 1 to 3 hours, though this can vary based on several factors including the individual's tolerance, the potency of the cannabis, and how much was consumed. Therefore, if Clinton smokes at noon, the effects would most likely wear off later that afternoon, around 6 P.M.

Question 12

Three chronic marijuana users-a light user, a moderate user, and a heavy user-stop using marijuana. Before quitting, all three experienced abnormal blood flow in their brains. Several weeks later, blood flow in their brains had MOST likely:

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Chronic marijuana use can lead to changes in brain function and structure, including alterations in blood flow. While light and moderate users may experience a return to near-normal blood flow levels after cessation, heavy users are more likely to have persistent abnormalities due to the more significant impact of prolonged and heavy use on the brain.

Question 13

While under the influence of LSD, Rihanna believes that she can feel the sounds around her. This effect is known as:

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Synesthesia is a condition where one sense is simultaneously perceived as if by one or more additional senses. LSD can induce synesthesia-like experiences, such as "seeing" sounds or "feeling" colors.

Question 14

Probably the WORST thing a person who has "partied hard" with alcohol could do right after drinking would be to:

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Barbiturates are central nervous system depressants that can dangerously enhance the effects of alcohol, potentially leading to respiratory depression, coma, or death. Mixing them with alcohol is highly risky.

Question 15

Throughout much of the United States, it is illegal to use marijuana, even for medical reasons. Compared with other nations, this is:

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Question 16

If someone opposes the medical use of THC, that person MOST likely feels that way because:

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Question 17

A person who uses the drug Ecstasy at a crowded party begins to feel too hot and immediately drinks lots of fluids. This person is at risk for:

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Ecstasy can cause hyperthermia due to its stimulant effects, increasing body temperature. Drinking excessive amounts of water to combat this can lead to water intoxication, where the balance of electrolytes in the body is disrupted due to too much water intake.

Question 18

At a rave, a student used a substance that caused a great burst of energy, along with badly distorted visual experiences. The student MOST likely:

Accepted Answer

Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, is known for causing a burst of energy and distorted visual experiences, which aligns with the effects described.

Question 19

Which statement BEST describes cannabis use in the United States?

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Question 20

Leo drank quite a lot at the "biggest party of the year." Later, he had trouble falling asleep, so he took a Valium. If he dies from respiratory failure during the night, it is probably because the alcohol and Valium created a(n):

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Alcohol and Valium both depress the central nervous system. When taken together, they can create a synergistic effect, meaning their combined impact is greater than the sum of their individual effects, potentially leading to dangerous respiratory depression.

Quiz 12: Substance Use and Addictive Disorders