Abnormal Psychology Questions
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TRUE OR FALSE. opioids have low rates of overdose and suicide.
TRUE OR FALSE. opioids cause an increased risk for Hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS (often injected).
TRUE OR FALSE. prescription meds with opioids and heroin are most abused.
TRUE OR FALSE. marijuana is the least frequently used illegal drug and has 80+ cannabinoids. (isn't illegal everywhere anymore)
TRUE OR FALSE. people with kleptomania are calm before stealing and feel a sense of tension after stealing.
TRUE OR FALSE. people with kleptomania have difficulties across the board with impulse control and it is highly comorbid with mood disorders.
An adult diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder is most likely to have met criteria for _____ as a child.
TRUE OR FALSE. alcoholics anonymous is the least common psychosocial treatment for alcohol abuse.
about what percentage of Americans use caffeine regularly
TRUE OR FALSE. stimulants are the most widely consumed drug class in the US.
TRUE OR FALSE. alcohol use/abuse is more common in females rather than males.
Substance-Related, Addictive disorders are often comorbid with
about what percent of borderline PD people commit suicide
TRUE OR FALSE. binge drinking is 5+ drinks on one occasion in past month, occurs in 23% of Americans.
TRUE OR FALSE. Diagnostic criteria varies by substance in substance use disorders.
TRUE OR FALSE. people with kleptomania have an irresistible urge to steal things, even if they are not needed for personal use/monetary value.
TRUE OR FALSE. Half of Americans over age 12 drink alcohol.
about what percent of Americans smoke tabacco
TRUE OR FALSE. hallucinogens are most likely to produce symptoms of physical dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal.
what does serotonin do with the effects of alcohol?