Drug Altered State Flashcards
What is substance use
Is when the person uses a substance but it doesn’t affect the person’s life
Substance abuse
Overuse of drugs which leads to legal health and dangerous situations
What is dependence
Compulsive use of of a substance
Addiction
What Is Tolerance
More substance is required to obtain the original effect
What is withdrawal
Physical discomfort when substance is stopped
Biological factors in explains abuse and addiction
Some people may be genetically predisposed to addiction
Example of biological factors in explaining abuse and addiction
A pregnant mother who abuses substances
And the child becomes addicted
Psychological social and cultural factors in explaining abuse and addiction
Expectations social setting and cultural beliefs can affect the usage
Attitudes and beliefs about drug use may come from a family environment