Question 1

For several weeks, Garrett has been taking increasing amounts of "crystal meth." If Garrett continues taking this drug, he is at risk for developing

Accepted Answer

A)  delirium tremors. 
B)  hypnogogic delusions. 
C)  amphetamine psychosis. 
D)  panic attacks.

Question 2

Researchers have recently discovered that the THC in marijuana can activate neurons within which system?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​neurolymphatic system 
B)  ​isocentric system 
C)  ​endocannabinoid system 
D)  ​phosphatepentose pathway system

Question 3

The physical illness that follows removal of a drug is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  addiction symptoms. 
B)  withdrawal symptoms. 
C)  tolerance level. 
D)  a psychological dependence syndrome.

Question 4

Because theendocannabinoid system moderates the functioning of the amygdala, which drug has shown promise in treating post-traumatic stress disorder on a short-term basis?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Adderall 
B)  ​marijuana 
C)  ​GHB 
D)  oxycodone

Question 5

At a "rave" party, Marilyn used Ecstasy.The physical effects of this drug include

Accepted Answer

A)  low blood pressure. 
B)  increased appetite. 
C)  elevated body temperature. 
D)  all of these symptoms.

Question 6

Regarding meditation, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  PET and fMRI scans reveal changes in the activity of the frontal lobes of the brain during meditation. 
B)  Concentrative meditation is more difficult to attain than mindfulness meditation. 
C)  Concentrative meditation often utilizes a mantra. 
D)  People who use meditation to reduce stress often report less daily physical tension and anxiety.

Question 7

Sleep apnea refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  vivid recurrent nightmares. 
B)  a breathing problem during sleep. 
C)  excessive daytime sleepiness. 
D)  sudden sleep attacks.

Question 8

In mild dosages, barbiturates have an effect similar to

Accepted Answer

A)  amphetamine psychosis. 
B)  caffeinism. 
C)  alcohol intoxication. 
D)  sleep-deprivation psychosis.

Question 9

Regarding the benefits of sleep, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sleep helps keep the body and brain healthy by regulating its temperature and immune system. 
B)  Lowering body and brain activity and metabolism during sleep may help conserve energy and lengthen life. 
C)  The neurocognitive theory explains how brain activity and metabolism are lowered during sleep. 
D)  Sleep helps store important memories.

Question 10

Dream actions of flying, floating, or falling are more frequent than the dream actions of running, sitting, or talking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The endocannabinoidreceptor sites where THC binds to produce its effect are found in large numbers in the brain area considered to be the seat of human consciousness, which is the

Accepted Answer

A)  reticular activating system. 
B)  limbic system. 
C)  prefrontal cortex. 
D)  medulla-pons region.

Question 12

Researchers have recently discovered a system widely distributed throughout the brain, which the THC in marijuana can also activate.This newly discovered brain system that readily responds to THC is called the __________ system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Researchers have recently discovered a system widely...

Question 13

Experimental, social-recreational, intensive, and compulsive are classified as which type of psychoactive drug use?​

Accepted Answer

A)  addictive 
B)  ​recreational 
C)  ​regressive 
D)  instrumental

Question 14

Alcohol is classified as a stimulant, while nicotine is classified as a depressant.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Using a drug to address a particular issue, such as taking a pain killer for a headache, would be considered a(n)__________ use.

Accepted Answer

A)  ​addictive 
B)  ​nonaddictive 
C)  ​instrumental 
D)  social-​recreational

Question 16

Gene has been using crystal meth everyday for the last six months.He has lost his part-time job and is flunking out of college.He has pawned many of his possessions and even stolen money from his family to "take care of his habit." Gene's pattern of psychoactive drug use, at this point, would be classified as

Accepted Answer

A)  intensive. 
B)  compulsive. 
C)  instrumental. 
D)  regressive.

Question 17

Josh tells his roommate that he does not dream.His roommate, who is a psychology major should tell Josh that

Accepted Answer

A)  if he does not dream, he will go "crazy." 
B)  most people dream four or five times a night. 
C)  nondreamers have a condition called REM behavior disorder. 
D)  most REM dreams occur in a flash because they are just thoughts and images rather than being detailed stories.

Question 18

In describing his hypnotic session, Jarrod said that he felt like he was floating, like his feet were about to leave the floor, and that his arms were so light it was like balloons were pulling them toward the ceiling without Jarrod having to do anything to raise his own arms.Jarrod is describing

Accepted Answer

A)  hypnotic autosusceptibility. 
B)  hypnotic psychokinesis. 
C)  the basic suggestion effect. 
D)  the relaxation response.

Question 19

After even a few hours of sleep loss, most people experience excessive daytime sleepiness known as

Accepted Answer

A)  hypersomnia. 
B)  somnambulism. 
C)  insomnia. 
D)  sleep apnea.

Question 20

Treatment for alcoholism generally begins with

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin therapy. 
B)  tranquilizers. 
C)  psychotherapy. 
D)  detoxification.

Exam 5: States of Consciousness.

For several weeks, Garrett has been taking increasing amounts of "crystal meth." If Garrett continues taking this drug, he is at risk for developing

Researchers have recently discovered that the THC in marijuana can activate neurons within which system?

The physical illness that follows removal of a drug is referred to as

Because theendocannabinoid system moderates the functioning of the amygdala, which drug has shown promise in treating post-traumatic stress disorder on a short-term basis?

At a "rave" party, Marilyn used Ecstasy.The physical effects of this drug include

Regarding meditation, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Sleep apnea refers to

In mild dosages, barbiturates have an effect similar to

Regarding the benefits of sleep, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Dream actions of flying, floating, or falling are more frequent than the dream actions of running, sitting, or talking.

The endocannabinoidreceptor sites where THC binds to produce its effect are found in large numbers in the brain area considered to be the seat of human consciousness, which is the

Researchers have recently discovered a system widely distributed throughout the brain, which the THC in marijuana can also activate.This newly discovered brain system that readily responds to THC is called the __________ system.

Experimental, social-recreational, intensive, and compulsive are classified as which type of psychoactive drug use?

Alcohol is classified as a stimulant, while nicotine is classified as a depressant.

Using a drug to address a particular issue, such as taking a pain killer for a headache, would be considered a(n) __________ use.

Josh tells his roommate that he does not dream.His roommate, who is a psychology major should tell Josh that

In describing his hypnotic session, Jarrod said that he felt like he was floating, like his feet were about to leave the floor, and that his arms were so light it was like balloons were pulling them toward the ceiling without Jarrod having to do anything to raise his own arms.Jarrod is describing

After even a few hours of sleep loss, most people experience excessive daytime sleepiness known as

Treatment for alcoholism generally begins with

Exam 5: States of Consciousness.

For several weeks, Garrett has been taking increasing amounts of "crystal meth." If Garrett continues taking this drug, he is at risk for developing

Researchers have recently discovered that the THC in marijuana can activate neurons within which system?

The physical illness that follows removal of a drug is referred to as

Because theendocannabinoid system moderates the functioning of the amygdala, which drug has shown promise in treating post-traumatic stress disorder on a short-term basis?

At a "rave" party, Marilyn used Ecstasy.The physical effects of this drug include

Regarding meditation, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Sleep apnea refers to

In mild dosages, barbiturates have an effect similar to

Regarding the benefits of sleep, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Dream actions of flying, floating, or falling are more frequent than the dream actions of running, sitting, or talking.

The endocannabinoidreceptor sites where THC binds to produce its effect are found in large numbers in the brain area considered to be the seat of human consciousness, which is the

Researchers have recently discovered a system widely distributed throughout the brain, which the THC in marijuana can also activate.This newly discovered brain system that readily responds to THC is called the __________ system.

Experimental, social-recreational, intensive, and compulsive are classified as which type of psychoactive drug use?​

Alcohol is classified as a stimulant, while nicotine is classified as a depressant.

Using a drug to address a particular issue, such as taking a pain killer for a headache, would be considered a(n) __________ use.

Josh tells his roommate that he does not dream.His roommate, who is a psychology major should tell Josh that

In describing his hypnotic session, Jarrod said that he felt like he was floating, like his feet were about to leave the floor, and that his arms were so light it was like balloons were pulling them toward the ceiling without Jarrod having to do anything to raise his own arms.Jarrod is describing

After even a few hours of sleep loss, most people experience excessive daytime sleepiness known as

Treatment for alcoholism generally begins with

Experimental, social-recreational, intensive, and compulsive are classified as which type of psychoactive drug use?