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What is the definition of the term addiction? |
Repeated behavior that results in distress or has a negative impact |
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What are some common characteristics of addiction?
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* Unable to stop even when repeated attempts are made
* Increased frequency or dosage required to enjoy the same effect * Withdrawal avoidance * |
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What is the difference between a drug addict and a drug abuser?
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A drug addict has a more serious problem than a drug abuser
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What is the definition of the term drug as used in this class?
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An addictive substance
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What is the definition of the term medicine as used in this class?
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A curative and/or helpful substance
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What is neuroplasticity?
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The change of a neural pathway
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What is the definition of the term drug dependence?
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A state of physiologic need such that physiological signs occur when you stop taking the drug
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What is the DSM-5?
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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, published by the American Psychiatric Association
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What is a substance use disorder?
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A continued use of a drug in spite of problems (ex: impairment, health risks, brain changes, etc)
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What is a substance-induced disorder
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Toxic side effects induced by a drug such as intoxication, withdrawal, etc
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What relation does drug abuse and addiction have to the brain?
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They are brain disorders characterized by changes in the chemistry and anatomy of the brain
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What are the ten classes of drugs covered in this class?
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1. Alcohol
2. Tobacco 3. Caffeine 4. Marijuana 5. Inhalants 6. Opioids 7. Anti-anxiety & sedative drugs 8. Psychostimulants 9. Hallucinogens 10. Other |
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What does the prefrontal cortex do?
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It is believed to enhance activity to reach goals and to inhibit irrelevant activities. It is invoked in emotional regulation.
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What is required in order to safely say that a non-substance use behavior can be an addiction?
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Careful scientific studies clearly demonstrating that that behavior in some people has the characteristics of a brain disorder or addiction |
