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What is the main difference between opiates and opioids?
What is the main difference between opiates and opioids?
- Opiates are compounds that bind to opioid receptors, while opioids are compounds harvested from the opium poppy plant.
- Opiates are synthetic while opioids are natural or semi-synthetic.
- Opiates include alkaloids such as morphine and codeine, while opioids bind to opioid receptors. (correct)
- Opioids are derived solely from the opium poppy plant, while opiates are a broader term encompassing all compounds.
How do opioids exert their effects?
How do opioids exert their effects?
- By activating brainstem areas associated with wakefulness and alertness.
- By increasing excitability of neurons involved in pain signaling.
- By inhibiting the body's endorphin network.
- By binding to specific opioid receptors, especially 'mu' receptors. (correct)
What are some of the effects of opioids at high doses?
What are some of the effects of opioids at high doses?
- Decreased risk of fatal outcomes.
- Euphoria, drowsiness, and slowed breathing. (correct)
- Reduced inhibitory neurotransmitters.
- Increased excitability and alertness.
Why are mortality rates high for opioid addicts?
Why are mortality rates high for opioid addicts?
What is one notable risk factor for HIV infection among opioid addicts?
What is one notable risk factor for HIV infection among opioid addicts?
What is the main neurotransmitter impacted by cocaine use leading to short-lived sensations of euphoria and vigor?
What is the main neurotransmitter impacted by cocaine use leading to short-lived sensations of euphoria and vigor?
Which substance is known for stimulating nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the central nervous system?
Which substance is known for stimulating nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the central nervous system?
What are some common withdrawal symptoms experienced by individuals who abruptly stop nicotine consumption?
What are some common withdrawal symptoms experienced by individuals who abruptly stop nicotine consumption?
Which neurotransmitter does caffeine block the reuptake of in the brain, leading to its stimulating effects?
Which neurotransmitter does caffeine block the reuptake of in the brain, leading to its stimulating effects?
In the context of substance-related disorders, which drug is derived or synthesized from testosterone and can lead to mood disturbances and physical issues?
In the context of substance-related disorders, which drug is derived or synthesized from testosterone and can lead to mood disturbances and physical issues?
According to the graph, what was the approximate number of drug overdose deaths involving stimulants without any opioid in 2021?
According to the graph, what was the approximate number of drug overdose deaths involving stimulants without any opioid in 2021?
What percentage of people with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) do not receive evidence-based treatments?
What percentage of people with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) do not receive evidence-based treatments?
Which of the following best describes the trend in utilization of medications for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) over the past decade?
Which of the following best describes the trend in utilization of medications for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) over the past decade?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of cannabis withdrawal disorder as defined in the DSM-5-TR?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of cannabis withdrawal disorder as defined in the DSM-5-TR?
According to the graph, in what year did drug overdose deaths involving stimulants without any opioid start to significantly increase?
According to the graph, in what year did drug overdose deaths involving stimulants without any opioid start to significantly increase?
What is the approximate total number of people who died from an overdose involving any opioid, including prescription and illicit opioids, from 1999-2018?
What is the approximate total number of people who died from an overdose involving any opioid, including prescription and illicit opioids, from 1999-2018?
Which of the following best describes the effects of stimulants like amphetamines and cocaine?
Which of the following best describes the effects of stimulants like amphetamines and cocaine?
According to the DSM-5 criteria for substance-related disorders, which of the following is NOT a requirement?
According to the DSM-5 criteria for substance-related disorders, which of the following is NOT a requirement?
Which of the following drugs is NOT classified as a stimulant according to the information provided?
Which of the following drugs is NOT classified as a stimulant according to the information provided?
Which of the following statements about gambling disorder is TRUE according to the information provided?
Which of the following statements about gambling disorder is TRUE according to the information provided?
What is the addictive potential of cannabis compared to alcohol, cocaine, and tobacco?
What is the addictive potential of cannabis compared to alcohol, cocaine, and tobacco?
What are some psychological processes involved in cannabis use disorder?
What are some psychological processes involved in cannabis use disorder?
Can you overdose on cannabis according to the text?
Can you overdose on cannabis according to the text?
What are some symptoms of cannabis overdose in adolescents and adults?
What are some symptoms of cannabis overdose in adolescents and adults?
What are the potential consequences of ingesting cannabis for children?
What are the potential consequences of ingesting cannabis for children?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a pattern of amphetamine-type substance, cocaine, or other stimulant use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a pattern of amphetamine-type substance, cocaine, or other stimulant use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of continued stimulant use?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of continued stimulant use?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a symptom of a pattern of stimulant use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a symptom of a pattern of stimulant use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of stimulant use?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of stimulant use?
Which of the following statements about cannabis use among young adults in the United States is true?
Which of the following statements about cannabis use among young adults in the United States is true?
Which of the following statements about the chemical compounds in cannabis is true?
Which of the following statements about the chemical compounds in cannabis is true?
Which of the following statements about THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is true?
Which of the following statements about THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is true?
Which of the following statements about CBD (cannabidiol) is true?
Which of the following statements about CBD (cannabidiol) is true?
Which of the following statements about the effects of THC is true?
Which of the following statements about the effects of THC is true?
What is Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD)?
What is Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD)?
According to the information provided, is cannabis considered addictive?
According to the information provided, is cannabis considered addictive?
Which of the following statements about the legalization of cannabis in the United States is true?
Which of the following statements about the legalization of cannabis in the United States is true?
What is the difference between marijuana and hemp, according to the information provided?
What is the difference between marijuana and hemp, according to the information provided?
Which of the following statements about the endogenous (internal) cannabinoid system is true?
Which of the following statements about the endogenous (internal) cannabinoid system is true?