Chapter 1 Quiz part A
According to the authors of Uppers Downers All arohbdere a psychoactive drug is defined as
Any substance that directly alters the normal functioning of the central nervous system
Inhalants are categorized as stimulant or uppers
False
Which of the following statements are true about plants and plant by products that produce psychedelic effects? #1 Plants with psychedelic properties have been used in religious, magical, and social ceremonies throughout history #2 There is a type of mold that can infect rye plants and produce an LSD-like experience #3 The use of psychedelic mushrooms is a relatively new practice first documented in the mid-1900s #4 Certain types of cactus produce psychedelic experiences when eaten
Statements 1,2 and 4 only
Which of following factors have contributed to the spread of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C? #1 sharing of contaminated needles #2 drug-induced high-risk sexual practices #3 poor hygiene among restaurant workers #4 consistent and regular use of condoms during sex
Factors 1 and 2 only
If drug policies were in place and law enforcement were able to eradicate major drug crops - namely cocaine, cannabis,and opium - the problem with psychoactive drugs could be solved
False
Limiting the places where tobacco smoking is permitted has not reduced the use of tobacco in the United States or other countries where such policies have been implemented
False
The comprehensive Deug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1990 was implemented in response to crack epidemic of the 1990s
False
Which of the following groups have been. Involved in growing, manufacturing, distributing , taxing and prohibiting drugs? #1 the ruling classes #2 governments #3 industry #4 criminal organizations
Groups 1,2,3, and 4
In 1937 marijuana became illegal in the United States largely because #1 the chief federal drug regulator wanted a new mission and purpose after alcohol prohibition was repealed , and he chose marijuana #2 smoking of marijuana by Mexican migrant workers became demonized because the workers were perceived as a social and economic threat #3 scientific researchers found marijuana to be the most addictive and dangerous drug in the United States #4 marijuana was being heavily used by the elderly throughout the United States
Reasons 1 and 2 only
Which of the following statements are true regarding technology,gaming and gambling #1 Rapid-play poker machines have increased the number of problem and pathological gamblers. #2 Online gambling has resulted in an increased number of problem and pathological gamblers #3 There is no evidence that technology has led to an increase in the number of people with gambling or gaming addictions #4 Electronic media is a breeding ground for new addictions, such as internet, video games texting and multiplayer games
Statements 1,2 and 4 only
Compulsive behaviors (e.g. binge eating, anorexia , bulimia, compulsive gambling, sexual compulsion , and internet addiction) affect many of the same areas of the brain that are influenced by psychoactive drugs
True
For centuries governments have used the sale of addictive substances (e.g. alcohol tobacco, and opium) and government-sponsored lotteries to fund wars and acquire colonial empires
True
Human brain chemistry can be affected by psychoactive drugs, behavioral addictions, and mental illness, to induced an altered state of consciousness
True
The potency of drugs today is due to technological advances in refining , synthesizing, and manufacturing methods
True
The Gin Epidemic
Was brought under control through high taxes and the strict regulation of the sale of gin
