722 Midterm Set 5
Addictive behaviors: A. Alter brain chemistry similar to the ways psychoactive drugs do B. Are not affected by the environment C. Are a sign of weakness D. Are 100% psychological
A
Among inhalants, the most toxic are: A. Volatile solvents B. Inhalants aren't toxic C. Nitrous oxide D. Amyl, butyl and isobutyl nitrites
A
Hashish is made from: A. pressed psilocybin mushrooms B. cannabis resin C. synthetic chemical compounds D. tobacco
B
Marijuana has been illegal in the United States since: A. 1776 B. 1850 C. 1937 D. 1492
C
On which part of the body does long-term use of stimulants (e.g., nicotine, cocaine, and methamphetamine) have the most significant impact? A. skeletal system B. muscular system C. digestive system D. cardiovascular system
D
The compulsion to use cocaine is due to which of the following? #1. hereditary predisposition #2. altered brain chemistry #3. craving for the high #4. desire to avoid the crash A. options 1 and 2 only B. options 2 and 3 only C. options 1, 2, and 4 only D. options 1, 2, 3, and 4
D
Which of the following are physical reactions to stimulant use? #1. tachycardia #2. weight loss #3. blood vessel constriction #4. elevated blood pressure A. reactions 1 and 2 only B. reactions 2 and 3 only C. reactions 1, 2, and 3 only D. reactions 1, 2, 3, and 4
D
Marijuana is not addictive and does not induce compulsive use.
False
Unlike opiates, steroids do not have distinct withdrawal symptoms.
False
Drugs work by influencing existing neurotransmitters, existing neurological pathways, and receptor sites in the central nervous system, including the addiction pathway.
True
Of all the stimulants, the strongest physical and mental dependency develops from nicotine in tobacco.
True
One reason why abusing pressurized inhalants is dangerous is because inhaling them directly from their containers can freeze lung tissue.
True
Stimulant drugs including cocaine and methamphetamine force the release of dopamine. This surge of dopamine causes paranoia and hyper-reactivity.
True
When smoking cessation is part of a drug treatment program, the chances of recovery from alcohol and other drug addiction greatly increase.
True
The refinement of carbohydrates has resulted in the same types of effects on obesity that the refinement of cocaine has had on cocaine addiction.
True
Tolerance to LSD develops quickly, within days of daily use
True
Consuming alcohol when using cocaine results in which of the following? A. the zero sum effect because they cancel each other out B. prolonging the effects of cocaine C. a reduction in the time the effects of cocaine last D. a reduction in cardiovascular risks the day after cocaine use ANSWER: B. prolonging the effects of cocaine.
B
Methamphetamine and cocaine are the most widely used stimulant drugs in the world.
False
Misperceiving a rope as a threatening snake under the influence of a psychedelic drug would be an example of: A. an illusion (mistaken perceptions of real stimuli) B. a delusions (mistaken beliefs that are not swayed by reason) C. a hallucination (imaginary sensory experiences) D. an allegory
A
Which condition found in a drug addict is not found in a compulsive gambler? A. tissue dependence B. withdrawal C. tolerance D. denial
A
Marijuana in the urine of a regular user is detectable for A. 1 to 2 days B. 7 to 14 days C. 3 to 6 weeks D. 3 to 6 months
C
Prolonged use of strong stimulants (e.g., cocaine, methamphetamine) results in which of the following? #1. depletion of the body's energy resources #2. enhancement of the body's energy resources #3. cellular and organ damage #4. paranoia A. results 1 and 4 only B. results 2, 3, and 4 only C. results 1, 3, and 4 only D. results 2 and 3 only
C
The illicit manufacture and distribution of methamphetamine in the United States today is due to the involvement of A. biker gangs like the Hell's Angels B. renegade pharmaceutical and industrial chemists C. Mexican gangs and drug cartels D. Colombian cartels
C
Which chemicals are most responsible for the psychedelic effects of magic mushrooms? A. ibogaine and mescaline B. ibotenic acid and muscimol C. psilocin and psilocybin D. PCP and dimethyltryptamine
C
Which form and method of using cocaine produces the most intense immediate high? A. chewing pure coca leaves B. snorting powdered cocaine C. smoking crack cocaine D. ingestion of cocaine in a beverage
C
Which of the following factors have led to increases in drug experimentation, abuse, and addiction among U.S. military personnel who served in Iraq and Afghanistan: 1. the stress of years of war and combat 2. the availability of prescription opiates like hydrocodone and oxycodone 3. the availability of heroin 4. posttraumatic stress A. 1, 3 and 4 B. 1, 2 and 3 C. 2, 3 and 4 D. All of the above ??no forsure answer
D
Which statement is true about cell phone use? A. Nomophobia is the fear of being without one's cell phone. B.Texting while driving is considered six times more dangerous than driving drunk. C. Some people measure their self-esteem by the activity of their cell phone. D. All of the above.
D
Marijuana withdrawal has been associated with which of the following symptoms? A. Inability to concentrate and marijuana cravings B. Chills, aches and sweating C. Sleep disturbances and slight tremors D. Decreased appetite and stomach pain E. All of the above
E
Synesthesia is defined as the crossing of senses, such as when visual input becomes sound.
True
The high occurrence of ADHD among adolescents in treatment for substance abuse disorders is in part attributed to their use of drugs to self-medicate ADHD symptoms.
True
The inability to resist an impulse that is originally pleasurable but ends up becoming harmful is called an impulse-control disorder.
True
The sense of relaxation and well-being that smokers receive from a cigarette is actually the sensation of the withdrawal symptoms being subdued.
True
There is increasing evidence that the use of some psychedelic drugs under medically monitored conditions may effectively treat some addictions.
True
Which statement is true about compulsive behaviors? A. Compulsive behaviors are triggered by stress, not genetic predisposition as in drug addiction B. The reasons for compulsive behaviors are identical to those for compulsive drug use C. Behavioral addictions are easier to overcome than drug addictions D. Childhood abuse has no impact on behavioral addictions, unlike drug addictions
B
The following is NOT considered a process/behavioral addiction: A. Compulsive Shopping B. Eating Disorders C. Sexual Addictions D. Internet/Technology Addictions E. ADHD F. Gambling
E
