Drugs and Consciousness Module 10 Quiz
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Which of the following is classified as a depressant?

  • LSD
  • Marijuana
  • Methamphetamine
  • Alcohol (correct)
  • Psychoactive drugs affect behavior and perception through:

  • The power of suggestion
  • Psychological, not physiological influences
  • The placebo effect
  • Alteration of neural activity in the brain (correct)
  • Alcohol has the most profound effect on:

  • The transfer of experiences to long-term memory (correct)
  • All of these factors
  • Previously established long-term memories
  • Immediate memory
  • The lowest rates of drug use among high school seniors is reported by:

    <p>African-Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a stimulant?

    <p>Alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT cited as evidence that heredity influences alcohol use?

    <p>Children whose parents miss alcohol have a lower tolerance for multiple alcoholic drinks taken over a short period of time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    THC is the major ingredient in:

    <p>Marijuana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Drugs Classification

    • Alcohol is classified as a depressant, which slows down brain activity and impairs functions.
    • Methamphetamine and LSD are not classified as depressants; marijuana can also be considered a mild depressant but is primarily known for its psychoactive effects.

    Psychoactive Drugs Mechanism

    • Psychoactive drugs primarily alter behavior and perception by changing neural activity in the brain rather than solely relying on psychological effects.
    • The placebo effect occurs when individuals experience changes based on expectations, but psychoactive substances have tangible effects on neural transmission.

    Alcohol's Memory Impact

    • Alcohol significantly hinders the transfer of experiences into long-term memory while sparing immediate or established memory retrieval.
    • This disruption can affect learning and retention of information.

    Drug Use Statistics

    • Among high school seniors, the lowest rates of drug use are observed in African-Americans compared to Asian-Americans, Hispanic-Americans, and Native-Americans.
    • Understanding the demographic variances in drug use can inform targeted prevention programs.

    Stimulant Identification

    • Alcohol is explicitly identified as a depressant, making it distinct from stimulants such as amphetamines, caffeine, and nicotine.
    • Recognizing the differences between these classifications is vital for understanding their effects and risks.

    Heredity and Alcohol Use

    • Children with parents who abuse alcohol often develop a higher tolerance for alcohol consumption, increasing their likelihood of problem drinking.
    • Evidence supporting heredity's influence includes more impulsive behavior in boys at a young age leading to increased drinking as teens and a correlation found with adopted children and biological parents with alcohol use disorder.

    Key Ingredients in Cannabis

    • THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the principal psychoactive component in marijuana, responsible for its effects on mood and perception.
    • Differentiating THC from other substances like nicotine, ecstasy, and cocaine is crucial for understanding each drug's unique properties.

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    Test your knowledge on drugs and their effects with this quiz on Module 10 of Drugs and Consciousness. Answer questions related to classifications of psychoactive substances and their impact on consciousness. Ideal for students looking to reinforce their understanding of this critical topic.

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