11 Questions
What is a substance that alters the body or mind's function?
Drug
What is the primary characteristic of a drug?
Changes the body or mind's function
What distinguishes a drug from other substances like food?
Impact on the body or mind
What is the key difference between a vitamin and a drug?
Function
What is the common feature of substances like medicines and drugs?
They change the body or mind's function
What occurs when the body adapts to the presence of a drug and becomes tolerant to its effects?
Physical dependence
Which of the following is a characteristic of psychological dependence?
Compulsive drug-seeking behavior
What is the primary difference between dependence and addiction?
Dependence is physical, while addiction is psychological and behavioral
What is the goal of treatment for dependence?
Substituting medications
What is the sequence of events in the addiction cycle?
Craving, relief, guilt, rationalization
Which of the following is not necessarily a sign of addiction?
Withdrawal symptoms when the drug is stopped or reduced
Test your understanding of what defines a drug and how it differs from other substances like food and vitamins. Learn about the primary characteristic of drugs and what sets them apart from other substances.
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