Drug Altered State Flashcards

1
Q

What is substance use

A

Is when the person uses a substance but it doesn’t affect the person’s life

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Substance abuse

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Overuse of drugs which leads to legal health and dangerous situations

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3
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What is dependence

A

Compulsive use of of a substance

Addiction

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4
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What Is Tolerance

A

More substance is required to obtain the original effect

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5
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What is withdrawal

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Physical discomfort when substance is stopped

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6
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Biological factors in explains abuse and addiction

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Some people may be genetically predisposed to addiction

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Example of biological factors in explaining abuse and addiction

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A pregnant mother who abuses substances

And the child becomes addicted

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Psychological social and cultural factors in explaining abuse and addiction

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Expectations social setting and cultural beliefs can affect the usage
Attitudes and beliefs about drug use may come from a family environment

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