Risk factors to addiction Flashcards
1
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What are three traits of personality as a risk factor to addiction?
A
- Psychoticism
- Extrerversion
- Neurotisim
2
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What is psychoticism?
A
Relates to both sensation-seeking and impulsivity. Eyesnk also suggested this is related to dopamine fuction. It is believed indivisuals high on this trait are most suceptiable to addictions.
3
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What is Extraversion?
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Extroverts seek interaction due to chronic under aroused. As a consequence they may engage in addictive behaviours to gain stimulation to raise arousal.
4
Q
What is neuroticism?
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People high on this trait experience negative affect eg anxiety and irritation. May engage in addictive behaviours to alleviate tension.
5
Q
What are the two components of stress as as a risk factor for addiction?
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- Everyday stress
- Traumatic stress
6
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What is everyday stress ?
A
people use addiction to ach
