Question 1

The two brain regions most damaged by heavy alcohol use are

Accepted Answer

A)  limbic system and medulla. 
B)  cerebral cortex and hippocampus. 
C)  basal ganglia and cerebellum. 
D)  thalamus and hypothalamus. 
E)  septum and amygdala. 
A)  limbic system and medulla. 
B)  cerebral cortex and hippocampus. 
C)  basal ganglia and cerebellum. 
D)  thalamus and hypothalamus. 
E)  septum and amygdala.

Question 2

Interventions that involve the family of alcohol-dependent persons generally target

Accepted Answer

A)  the self-defeating thoughts and distorted beliefs espoused by the family. 
B)  communication and relationship roles. 
C)  how families may be causing relapses. 
D)  the effect of the substance-dependent person on other family members. 
E)  the amount of alcohol that everyone in the family drinks. 
A)  the self-defeating thoughts and distorted beliefs espoused by the family. 
B)  communication and relationship roles. 
C)  how families may be causing relapses. 
D)  the effect of the substance-dependent person on other family members. 
E)  the amount of alcohol that everyone in the family drinks.

Question 3

Alcohol is a(n) ___________ but the initial effect of alcohol is __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  hallucinogen; depressing 
B)  stimulant; relaxing 
C)  depressant; stimulating 
D)  stimulant; depressing 
E)  depressant; relaxing 
A)  hallucinogen; depressing 
B)  stimulant; relaxing 
C)  depressant; stimulating 
D)  stimulant; depressing 
E)  depressant; relaxing

Question 4

Tolerance is best defined as

Accepted Answer

A)  a need for increased amounts of a substance in order to achieve previous effects. 
B)  a lack of control over the use of a substance. 
C)  physiological changes in the body due to use of a substance. 
D)  being accustomed to a substance due to regular usage. 
E)  a reversible and temporary condition that results from substance use. 
A)  a need for increased amounts of a substance in order to achieve previous effects. 
B)  a lack of control over the use of a substance. 
C)  physiological changes in the body due to use of a substance. 
D)  being accustomed to a substance due to regular usage. 
E)  a reversible and temporary condition that results from substance use.

Question 5

Susan is of average size and weight. In order for her to maintain a constant BAL, she should consume no more than

Accepted Answer

A)  1 drink every five hours. 
B)  1 drink every hour. 
C)  5 drinks in one night. 
D)  1 drink every two hours. 
E)  2 drinks per hour. 
A)  1 drink every five hours. 
B)  1 drink every hour. 
C)  5 drinks in one night. 
D)  1 drink every two hours. 
E)  2 drinks per hour.

Question 6

The first alcohol consumed by humans was

Accepted Answer

A)  wine. 
B)  beer. 
C)  vodka. 
D)  mead. 
E)  spirits. 
A)  wine. 
B)  beer. 
C)  vodka. 
D)  mead. 
E)  spirits.

Question 7

Opioids, known as exogenous opiates, tend to mimic the effects of

Accepted Answer

A)  serotonin. 
B)  depressants. 
C)  dopamine. 
D)  stimulants. 
E)  the body's natural painkillers. 
A)  serotonin. 
B)  depressants. 
C)  dopamine. 
D)  stimulants. 
E)  the body's natural painkillers.

Question 8

Alcoholics Anonymous is

Accepted Answer

A)  a religious group that condemns the use of alcohol. 
B)  one of the best-known approaches to the treatment of alcoholism. 
C)  an intensive, short-term support group for alcohol-dependent persons. 
D)  a treatment program based on psychodynamic principles. 
E)  a treatment group, consisting of alcohol-dependent persons at different stages, run by a therapist who was a former alcoholic. 
A)  a religious group that condemns the use of alcohol. 
B)  one of the best-known approaches to the treatment of alcoholism. 
C)  an intensive, short-term support group for alcohol-dependent persons. 
D)  a treatment program based on psychodynamic principles. 
E)  a treatment group, consisting of alcohol-dependent persons at different stages, run by a therapist who was a former alcoholic.

Question 9

Which of the following groups of drugs are found under the category "hallucinogens"?

Accepted Answer

A)  cocaine, heroin, psychedelics 
B)  alcohol, LSD, magic mushrooms 
C)  mescaline, acid, marijuana 
D)  amphetamines, marijuana, alcohol 
E)  mescaline, LSD, psilocybin 
A)  cocaine, heroin, psychedelics 
B)  alcohol, LSD, magic mushrooms 
C)  mescaline, acid, marijuana 
D)  amphetamines, marijuana, alcohol 
E)  mescaline, LSD, psilocybin

Question 10

Among First Nation adults, rates of heavy drinking were reported by two-thirds of people between the ages of 30 and 49.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Whereas it was once believed that marijuana ___________ addictive, recent evidence supports that marijuana use __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  is mildly; does not result in dependence or withdrawal 
B)  is strongly; results in withdrawal only for susceptible persons 
C)  is not; results in mild dependence and withdrawal symptoms 
D)  is not; results in severe dependence and withdrawal symptoms 
E)  is mildly; can result in severe dependence and/or withdrawal symptoms 
A)  is mildly; does not result in dependence or withdrawal 
B)  is strongly; results in withdrawal only for susceptible persons 
C)  is not; results in mild dependence and withdrawal symptoms 
D)  is not; results in severe dependence and withdrawal symptoms 
E)  is mildly; can result in severe dependence and/or withdrawal symptoms

Question 12

In terms of the genetic influences in the development of alcohol use disorders, it has been shown that

Accepted Answer

A)  most offspring of people with alcohol use disorders develop these disorders as well. 
B)  the enzyme necessary for breaking down alcohol is not present in those with alcohol use disorders. 
C)  the brains of people with alcohol use disorders contain a gene that influences the sensitivity of dopamine receptors to alcohol. 
D)  Individuals who are prone to alcohol use disorders have a specific abnormality on chromosome 10. 
E)  the concordance rate for monozygotic twins is generally higher than it is for dizygotic twins. 
A)  most offspring of people with alcohol use disorders develop these disorders as well. 
B)  the enzyme necessary for breaking down alcohol is not present in those with alcohol use disorders. 
C)  the brains of people with alcohol use disorders contain a gene that influences the sensitivity of dopamine receptors to alcohol. 
D)  Individuals who are prone to alcohol use disorders have a specific abnormality on chromosome 10. 
E)  the concordance rate for monozygotic twins is generally higher than it is for dizygotic twins.

Question 13

The nausea and headache associated with a hangover result from the accumulation of acetaldehyde.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Canada's Low Risk Drinking Guidelines recommend no more than 6 drinks (at any one time) for women, and 8 drinks for men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Operant conditioning approaches to treatment of alcohol use disorders are based on ___________ and can be used with the goal(s) of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  aversion therapy; complete abstinence 
B)  contingency management; complete abstinence 
C)  contingency management; complete abstinence or moderated drinking 
D)  differential reinforcement; responsible drinking behavior 
E)  aversion therapy and differential reinforcement; responsible drinking behavior 
A)  aversion therapy; complete abstinence 
B)  contingency management; complete abstinence 
C)  contingency management; complete abstinence or moderated drinking 
D)  differential reinforcement; responsible drinking behavior 
E)  aversion therapy and differential reinforcement; responsible drinking behavior

Question 16

At low doses, amphetamines cause ___________ and at very high doses, they result in __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  increased confidence; increased alertness 
B)  increased alertness; restlessness and anxiety 
C)  fatigue and sadness; brain damage 
D)  confusion; hyperactivity 
E)  feelings of exhilaration; toxic psychosis 
A)  increased confidence; increased alertness 
B)  increased alertness; restlessness and anxiety 
C)  fatigue and sadness; brain damage 
D)  confusion; hyperactivity 
E)  feelings of exhilaration; toxic psychosis

Question 17

Susan's friend bought her a drink, and told her that it contained alcohol, even though it didn't. However, after drinking several of these "fake cocktails," Susan began to feel more relaxed, sociable, and sexually attractive. These effects were probably most influenced by

Accepted Answer

A)  Susan's evening out with her friend. 
B)  the fact that Susan's friend lied to her. 
C)  Susan's beliefs about the effects of alcohol. 
D)  Susan not feeling very well. 
E)  the atmosphere of the bar. 
A)  Susan's evening out with her friend. 
B)  the fact that Susan's friend lied to her. 
C)  Susan's beliefs about the effects of alcohol. 
D)  Susan not feeling very well. 
E)  the atmosphere of the bar.

Question 18

What are opioids? Explain what contributes to their strong addiction potential.

Accepted Answer

Opioids are a type of central nervous sy

Question 19

Explain the harm reduction approach to managing problematic substance use. What are the pros of this approach, and what are some concerns that have been voiced about this approach?

Accepted Answer

the harm reduction approach focuses on l

Question 20

Marijuana has been used in the past to treat rheumatism, gout, depression, and cholera.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The two brain regions most damaged by heavy alcohol use are

Interventions that involve the family of alcohol-dependent persons generally target

Alcohol is a(n) _ but the initial effect of alcohol is .

Tolerance is best defined as

Susan is of average size and weight. In order for her to maintain a constant BAL, she should consume no more than

The first alcohol consumed by humans was

Opioids, known as exogenous opiates, tend to mimic the effects of

Alcoholics Anonymous is

Which of the following groups of drugs are found under the category "hallucinogens"?

Among First Nation adults, rates of heavy drinking were reported by two-thirds of people between the ages of 30 and 49.

Whereas it was once believed that marijuana _ addictive, recent evidence supports that marijuana use .

In terms of the genetic influences in the development of alcohol use disorders, it has been shown that

The nausea and headache associated with a hangover result from the accumulation of acetaldehyde.

Canada's Low Risk Drinking Guidelines recommend no more than 6 drinks (at any one time) for women, and 8 drinks for men.

Operant conditioning approaches to treatment of alcohol use disorders are based on _ and can be used with the goal(s) of .

At low doses, amphetamines cause _ and at very high doses, they result in .

Susan's friend bought her a drink, and told her that it contained alcohol, even though it didn't. However, after drinking several of these "fake cocktails," Susan began to feel more relaxed, sociable, and sexually attractive. These effects were probably most influenced by

What are opioids? Explain what contributes to their strong addiction potential.

Explain the harm reduction approach to managing problematic substance use. What are the pros of this approach, and what are some concerns that have been voiced about this approach?

Marijuana has been used in the past to treat rheumatism, gout, depression, and cholera.

Concepts of Abnormality Throughout History

Theoretical Perspectives on Abnormal Behaviour

Classification and Diagnosis

Psychological Assessment and Research Methods

Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive, and Trauma -Related Disorders

Dissociative Disorder and Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders

Eating Disorders

The Personality Disorders

Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Behaviour and Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Aging and Mental Health

Therapies

Prevention and Mental Health Promotion in the Community

Mental Disorder and the Law

Filters

Exam 11: Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

The two brain regions most damaged by heavy alcohol use are

Interventions that involve the family of alcohol-dependent persons generally target

Alcohol is a(n) ___________ but the initial effect of alcohol is __________.

Tolerance is best defined as

Susan is of average size and weight. In order for her to maintain a constant BAL, she should consume no more than

The first alcohol consumed by humans was

Opioids, known as exogenous opiates, tend to mimic the effects of

Alcoholics Anonymous is

Which of the following groups of drugs are found under the category "hallucinogens"?

Among First Nation adults, rates of heavy drinking were reported by two-thirds of people between the ages of 30 and 49.

Whereas it was once believed that marijuana ___________ addictive, recent evidence supports that marijuana use __________.

In terms of the genetic influences in the development of alcohol use disorders, it has been shown that

The nausea and headache associated with a hangover result from the accumulation of acetaldehyde.

Canada's Low Risk Drinking Guidelines recommend no more than 6 drinks (at any one time) for women, and 8 drinks for men.

Operant conditioning approaches to treatment of alcohol use disorders are based on ___________ and can be used with the goal(s) of __________.

At low doses, amphetamines cause ___________ and at very high doses, they result in __________.

Susan's friend bought her a drink, and told her that it contained alcohol, even though it didn't. However, after drinking several of these "fake cocktails," Susan began to feel more relaxed, sociable, and sexually attractive. These effects were probably most influenced by

What are opioids? Explain what contributes to their strong addiction potential.

Explain the harm reduction approach to managing problematic substance use. What are the pros of this approach, and what are some concerns that have been voiced about this approach?

Marijuana has been used in the past to treat rheumatism, gout, depression, and cholera.

Concepts of Abnormality Throughout History

Theoretical Perspectives on Abnormal Behaviour

Classification and Diagnosis

Psychological Assessment and Research Methods

Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive, and Trauma -Related Disorders

Dissociative Disorder and Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders

Eating Disorders

The Personality Disorders

Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Behaviour and Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Aging and Mental Health

Therapies

Prevention and Mental Health Promotion in the Community

Mental Disorder and the Law

Filters

Alcohol is a(n) _ but the initial effect of alcohol is .

Whereas it was once believed that marijuana _ addictive, recent evidence supports that marijuana use .

Operant conditioning approaches to treatment of alcohol use disorders are based on _ and can be used with the goal(s) of .

At low doses, amphetamines cause _ and at very high doses, they result in .