Question 1

Contrast biological and psychological therapies for alcohol use.

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Question 2

If Joe could take one illicit drug, one time, with no lingering effects and no adverse legal consequences, which would you recommend and why? Make sure that your answer includes the anticipated benefits and consequences of using that drug.

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Question 3

Explain why substance abuse is so resistant to treatment, and is associated with such high relapse.

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Question 4

Describe how alcohol may alleviate tension. Include a discussion of when alcohol fails to reduce tension, and when it does.

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Question 5

What sociocultural variables continue to effect drug use today? How has this changed from some previous sociocultural variables that have influenced use in the past?

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Question 6

Which models can help people with alcohol dependence learn how to be occasional drinkers? Are they effective?

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Question 7

DSM-5 combined the DSM-IV diagnoses of substance abuse and substance dependence into one diagnosis - substance-related and addictive disorders. What was the reasoning for this move? Do you agree with it? Why or why not?

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Question 8

There are two illicit drugs can be used recreationally and also as part of medical or psychological treatment. Name them, and explain how each drug is used is each way.

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Question 9

Explain why Canada has lower rates of cigarette smoking than many other countries.

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Question 10

Substance abuse is a developmental process. What are the four steps (in order)prior to developing physical abuse or dependence? Does everyone go through them?

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Quiz 12: Substance-Related Disorders