definition and terms I
A primary, progressive, chronic disease that involves compulsion, loss of control, and continues despite negative consequences
What is addiction
the need to take more of the drug to get the desired effect
What is Tolerance
Name 2 of the three categories for poor control over use
1. poor control over amount - using more than intending
2. poor control over stopping- once starting having difficulty stopping
3. Poor control over behavior- loosing control of behaviors when using such as becoming angry and violent
use of a mind altering drug interferes with a persons life, resulting in negative effects on a persons physical, psychological, social, legal, emotional, occupational, and educational well being.
What is substance/drug abuse
substances that can effect a persons mood or feelings
Psychoactive drugs
addiction involves ____________ or _____________ .
(thinking excessively about the drug)
example, a individual wearing a shirt that shows pot leaves.
preoccupation or obsession of the drug
Physical dependance
When 2 drugs have similar physical effects and one is often substituted for another. (The second drug can prevent withdrawal from occurring.)
what is Cross tolerance
Addiction in volves _______ _________ _______ ________.
The most basic definition of addiction. how we know use has become a problem.
the effects of the drug on a persons body shortly after being taken.
What is Primary drug effects
occurs when replacing one drug for another THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE SAME EFFECT.
What is drug switching
Addiction involves ________________.
A defense mechanism, it keeps the person from recognizing behavior is a problem.
What is denial.
the effects of a drug when taking a larger amount or over longer periods of time
secpondary drug effects
also known as "kindling" when the persons body becomes extremely sensitive to the drug.
What is Reverse tolerance
addiction is ___________.
continues to get worse over time, never better.
what is Progressive