chapter 9 uppers downer and all arounders
Which of the following are principles of effective treatment?
An individual's treatment and services plan must be continually assessed and modified when necessary. Treatment needs to be readily available. No single treatment is appropriate for all individuals.
According to 2005 Bureau of Justice Statistics estimates, approximately what percentage of state prisoners used drugs regularly prior to incarceration?
70%
Sobriety means abstinence from drug(s) of abuse, whereas recovery means...
<p> restructuring one's life to engage in activities that provide<br /> relaxation, satisfaction, and natural highs instead of artificial<br /> alcohol and other drug highs and the establishment and maintenance of a positive social support system..
Which of the following statements correctly address the treatment needs of for individuals engaged in polydrug abuse or with co-occurring addictions?
In addition to a client's drug problems, behavioral addictions such as gambling, compulsive eating, or Internet addiction must be addressed. Addiction must be addressed as chemical dependency rather than a drug-specific problem. For treatment to be successful, each addiction should be addressed separately. Treatment programs must identify the total drug profile of each client.
Which of the following statements are true regarding computer-related addiction?
Nearly 14% of teenagers in China have been identified as compulsive Internet users. Computer-related addictions include cybersexual addiction, online gambling, and compulsive use of the Internet As with other addictions, computer-related addiction includes loss of control and the development of tolerance.
Which of the following acronyms are used to help addicts be aware of the triggers that lead to relapse?
Restless, Irritable, Isolated, Discontented (RIID) Bored, Anxious, Angry, Depressed (BAAD) Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired (HALT)
Which of the follow statements about eating disorders and substance abuse are true?
The prevalence of substance abuse is higher among people with an eating disorder than it is among the general population. Both problems use the same abstinence-based approach to recovery. The prevalence of eating disorders is higher among people with substance abuse problems than they are among the general population.
Which of the following meets the definition of harm reduction?
any steps taken by drug users to reduce the harm of their behavior willingness to work for incremental reductions in risk rather than require complete abstinence
In which of the following ways can medications (prescribed drugs) be appropriately used, although with great caution, to support people in treatment and recovery?
for detoxification to control withdrawal symptoms to reduce cravings to assist with long-term abstinence
Which of the following are post-acute withdrawal symptoms?
inability to think clearly and problems with short-term memory inappropriate emotional reactions and mood swings anxiety and hypersensitivity to stress physical coordination difficulties (dizziness, balance problems)