drugs

People with a physiological dependence on a substance, such as an addictive drug, will experience

both tolerance and withdrawal

which is an example of a process addiction?

compulsive gambling

process of freeing an addiction from dependence on drugs is known as

detoxification

which neurotransmitter is involved in the brains pleasure circuit

dopamine

Lisa continually makes excuses and completes homework for her friend Kim, who has a drinking problem. Lisa's behavior is an example of

enabling

psychoactive drugs

enhance,suppress, or interfere with neurotransmitters

anabolic steroids are a type of

ergogenic drug

compulsive buying disorder is associated with

financial problems

heroin has

high potential for addiction and no medical use

the fastest acting method of drug administration is

inhaling

which is true about routes of drug administration

intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration

marijuana is not administered therapeutically to

reduce appetite for weight control

Marijuana use presents clear dangers to those driving motor vehicles (as well as others on the road) because it

slows reaction time and impedes decision-making.

college students who become addicted to gambling have an increased risk for all except

smoking

codependent behaviors

striving to meet an addicted persons need in an unhealthy way

Loss of control, compulsive use, craving, and denial that behavior is self destructive are

symptoms of addiction

james needs an increased amount of drug to feel a desired effect this is

tolerance

Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?

transdermal

Opioids are also called

Narcotics

which is true about steroids

adverse effects include mood swings, elevated cholesterol, acne, and hypertension

cocaine is an

anesthetic and a stimulant