sac 6 (addiction)

Question 1

addiction disorder

Answer 1

An addiction disorder is a psychological disorder that is characterised by the dependence of a particular substance or behaviour despite the negative effects and consequences it may result in.

Question 2

characteristics

Answer 2

• psychological and physiological dependence on a substance or behaviour
• engage with their addictive stimulus compulsively regardless of whether it has harmful Consequences.
• The addiction takes over that person’s life
• Negatively affects social life
• Their are recurring and consistent thoughts, feelings, and behaviours surrounding the addiction
• large portion of the individuals time is spent engaging
• It is difficult to stop engaging with it
• A tolerance is built up
• The individual will experience withdraw effects if they stop engaging with it

Question 3

types of addiction disorders

Answer 3

substance addiction disorders for example
- stimulant addiction
-alcohol addiction
-opioid addiction
-sedative addiction
-hallucinogen addiction

The second subtype is gambling addiction.

Question 4

biological risk factors

Answer 4

The dopamine reward system in the brain reinforces the addictive behaviour by releasing dopamine and making the brain believe there is happiness in gambling.

Question 5

psychological risk factors

Answer 5

Psychological stress and trauma are major risk factors for both substance and behavioural addiction

Question 6

social risk factors

Answer 6

The prevalence and experience of addictive behaviours. Social stress and loss of relationship are also social risk factors.

Question 7

biological treatment

Answer 7

• Exercise/ other hobbies can be used by an individual as a substitute for the addictive stimulus
• Medication can also be used to lower the amount dopamine produced when you engage with the addictive stimulus

Question 8

psychological treatment

Answer 8

• Therapy that mostly targets addictive and compulsive behaviours can be used to treat addiction
• Therapy can also be used to reduce the stress or trauma that caused the addiction

Question 9

social treatment

Answer 9

• Targeted support from friends, family and your community can help
• Social support. This could be in the form of support groups. For example AA groups