Drug Abuse and Addiction

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary reason for drug abuse or substance abuse?

To create a painful effect on the brain
To enhance cognitive abilities
To create a pleasurable effect on the brain (correct)
To overcome physical disabilities

What is a characteristic of drug addiction?

Loss of control over drug use (correct)
Consulting a doctor before using prescription drugs
Occasional use of drugs
Using drugs only in social situations

Which of the following is an example of compulsive use of drugs?

Spending money on drugs even when you can't afford it (correct)
Refusing to use drugs in social situations
Using drugs only when prescribed by a doctor
Using drugs to overcome physical pain

What is the topic of discussion in this lecture?

Drug abuse (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the demographic most affected by drug abuse?

Adolescents and young adults (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options does not reflect an element of addiction?

Using drugs only under medical supervision (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is drug abuse defined as?

Self-administration of a drug for non-medical reasons, in quantities and frequencies that may impair an individual's ability to function effectively (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an individual's body becomes accustomed to a drug?

Physical dependence occurs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of psychological dependence on a drug?

The individual feels intense craving and abnormal obsession for the drug (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is drug abuse harmful?

For the individual, family, community, and society (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason behind drug abuse?

There are many reasons for individuals to abuse drugs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What will be discussed in the next lecture?

The causes of drug abuse (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Why do people abuse drugs?

Using drugs to produce a pleasant sensation in the brain.

What is a key trait of addiction?

Losing the ability to control drug consumption.