Substance Use and Abuse

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about Substance Use and Abuse. It covers various aspects of substance use, including types of substances, effects on the body, addiction, and prevention strategies.
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Which of the following is NOT a commonly abused substance?

  1. Alcohol

  2. Tobacco

  3. Caffeine

  4. Aspirin


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aspirin is a pain reliever and not a commonly abused substance.

What is the primary psychoactive component of marijuana?

  1. THC

  2. CBD

  3. CBN

  4. THCV


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the primary psychoactive component of marijuana.

Which of the following is a depressant?

  1. Cocaine

  2. Heroin

  3. Alcohol

  4. Methamphetamine


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Alcohol is a depressant that slows down the central nervous system.

What is the term for the compulsive use of a substance despite negative consequences?

  1. Addiction

  2. Dependence

  3. Tolerance

  4. Withdrawal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Addiction is the compulsive use of a substance despite negative consequences.

What is the process by which the body adapts to the presence of a substance, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect?

  1. Addiction

  2. Dependence

  3. Tolerance

  4. Withdrawal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tolerance is the process by which the body adapts to the presence of a substance, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect.

Which of the following is a common symptom of withdrawal from alcohol?

  1. Nausea

  2. Vomiting

  3. Headache

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nausea, vomiting, and headache are all common symptoms of withdrawal from alcohol.

What is the term for the sudden, intense craving for a substance?

  1. Addiction

  2. Dependence

  3. Tolerance

  4. Craving


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Craving is the sudden, intense desire for a substance.

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for substance abuse?

  1. Genetics

  2. Mental health disorders

  3. Peer pressure

  4. Healthy lifestyle


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A healthy lifestyle is not a risk factor for substance abuse.

What is the term for the use of a substance in a way that is not medically prescribed?

  1. Addiction

  2. Dependence

  3. Tolerance

  4. Non-medical use


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Non-medical use is the use of a substance in a way that is not medically prescribed.

Which of the following is a common strategy for preventing substance abuse?

  1. Education

  2. Peer support

  3. Family involvement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Education, peer support, and family involvement are all common strategies for preventing substance abuse.

What is the term for the use of a substance to relieve or avoid withdrawal symptoms?

  1. Addiction

  2. Dependence

  3. Tolerance

  4. Self-medication


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Self-medication is the use of a substance to relieve or avoid withdrawal symptoms.

Which of the following is a common long-term effect of alcohol abuse?

  1. Liver damage

  2. Heart disease

  3. Cancer

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Liver damage, heart disease, and cancer are all common long-term effects of alcohol abuse.

What is the term for the use of a substance in a way that is consistent with medical advice?

  1. Addiction

  2. Dependence

  3. Tolerance

  4. Medical use


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medical use is the use of a substance in a way that is consistent with medical advice.

Which of the following is a common strategy for treating substance abuse?

  1. Therapy

  2. Medication

  3. Support groups

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Therapy, medication, and support groups are all common strategies for treating substance abuse.

What is the term for the use of a substance in a way that is harmful to oneself or others?

  1. Addiction

  2. Dependence

  3. Tolerance

  4. Substance abuse


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Substance abuse is the use of a substance in a way that is harmful to oneself or others.

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