Addiction Quiz

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What is addiction?

A chronic brain disorder characterized by compulsive substance use despite harmful consequences.

What is physiological dependence?

A physical adaptation to repeated use of a substance.

What are the effects of opioids?

Pain relief, sedation, and euphoria.

What are examples of depressants?

Alcohol, benzodiazepines, and barbiturates.

Does the DSM-5 have a substance use disorder for caffeine?

No.

What does the Incentive Sensitization Theory suggest?

Repeated exposure to addictive substances leads to increased sensitivity to the substance, causing intense cravings.

What is agonist substitution in drug treatment?

Using a safer drug with similar effects to substitute the addictive substance

What is contingency management?

A behavioral therapy that rewards desired behaviors

What are positive symptoms of schizophrenia?

Sensory experiences in the absence of external stimuli

What is the Feingold diet?

A type of diet that eliminates artificial food additives

What are ASD symptoms according to DSM-5?

Difficulties with social communication and interaction, along with restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities

What is the integrative model for substance abuse?

A model that includes genetic predisposition, environmental factors, psychological factors, and the neurobiology of addiction

Which of the following is a symptom of the prodromal phase of schizophrenia?

Subtle changes in thinking, emotions, and behavior

What is the main difference between first-generation antipsychotics and second-generation antipsychotics?

FGAs are more effective at treating negative symptoms, while SGAs are more effective at treating positive symptoms

What brain abnormalities have been linked to schizophrenia?

Enlargement of the brain's ventricles

What are extrapyramidal symptoms associated with first-generation antipsychotics?

Involuntary movements, particularly of the face

What environmental factors are implicated in schizophrenia?

Low oxygen levels during birth

What is the residual phase of schizophrenia?

A phase involving less extreme positive symptoms but continued negative symptoms

What are psychosocial treatments for schizophrenia?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy, family education, rehabilitation, and self-help groups

What are disorganized symptoms of schizophrenia?

Difficulty staying on topic or 'word salad'

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