Marijuana and hashish are two types of
a. cannabis.
b. hallucinogens.
c. depressants.
d. hypnotics.
According to the text, hallucinogens
a. are highly addictive.
b. almost always bring pleasure to the user.
c. can trigger panic attacks that are terrifying to users.
d. have no effect on many people.
About what percentage of college students engage in binge drinking at least once in the past month?
a. 2 percent
b. 10 percent
c. 20 percent
d. 40 percent
Alcoholism is defined as
a. an addiction to alcohol.
b. a dependency on alcohol.
c. a habitual relationship with alcohol.
d. any dysfunctional association with alcohol.
Drugs like Haldol are
a. hallucinogens.
b. stimulants.
c. antidepressants.
d. antipsychotics.
Which of the following, with the exception of nicotine, is the most addictive drug available legally without a prescription?
a. ibuprofen
b. caffeine
c. alcohol
d. acetaminophen
Which term refers to having at least five drinks in a row for men, or four drinks for women, at least once in the past two weeks?
a. alcohol abuse
b. binge drinking
c. alcoholism
d. alcohol addiction
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) are typically treated with which type of drug?
a. amphetamines
b. analgesics
c. stimulants
d. antidepressants
Which category of drugs has a wide-ranging effect on the central nervous system, helping people to relax and, at higher doses, cause drowsiness and sleep?
a. analgesics
b. sedatives
c. antipsychotics
d. hallucinogens
Which of the following is NOT an opiate?
a. nicotine
b. morphine
c. codeine
d. heroin
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