Addictions Final Exam 2025 Questions
and Answers
Frequently Asked Questions - ANSWER✔️✔️-Why do people keep using substances?
One thing that makes change so difficult is that the immediate effects of problematic substance use
tend to be positive. The person may feel good, have more confidence and forget about his or her
problems temporarily. The problems caused by substance use might not be obvious for some time.
When the person uses substances to escape or change how he or she feels, using can become a
habit, which can be hard to break. Continued substance use, especially heavy use, can cause changes
in the body and brain. A person who develops physical dependence and then stops using may
experience distressing symptoms of withdrawal. These changes may explain why people continue to
crave the substance long after they have stopped using, and why they may slip back into patterns of
problematic use.
How do I know if I need treatment?
If you feel that substance use is causing problems in your life and that you are unable to control your
use, see a trained counsellor for an assessment. This assessment gathers information about your use
and related problems and other factors in your life, such as your personal strengths and supports.
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,This information will help you and your counsellor decide whether you might benefit from
treatment or other support.
One simple way of describing addiction is the presence of the 4 Cs: - ANSWER✔️✔️-- Craving
- loss of Control of amount or frequency of use
- Compulsion to use
- use despite Consequences.
Signs & Symptoms of Addiction - ANSWER✔️✔️-- injuries while under the influence
- feelings of anxiety, irritability or depression
- trouble thinking clearly
- blackouts
- problems with relationships
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,- spending money on substances rather than on food, rent or other essentials
- legal problems related to substance use
- loss of hope, feelings of emptiness
Causes & Risk Factors of Addiction - ANSWER✔️✔️-- Genetic factors: Some people may inherit
a vulnerability to the addictive properties of drugs.
- How drugs interact with the brain: People use alcohol and other drugs because they stimulate the
brain in ways that "feel good." This immediate rewarding experience makes people want to repeat it.
All substances with addictive potential stimulate the release of dopamine, a chemical in the brain
that is associated with reward and pleasure.
- Environment: Peoples' home and community and the attitude of their peers, family and culture
toward substance use can influence whether or not they develop substance use problems. People
who experience prejudice or marginalization may use substances to cope with feelings of trauma or
social isolation.
- Mental health issues: More than 50 per cent of people with substance use disorders have also had
mental health problems at some point during their lifetimes. When people have mental health
problems, even limited substance use can worsen the problem.
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, - Coping with thoughts and feelings: People may turn to substances as a way of coping with difficult
emotions or situations. They start to rely on substances to regulate their emotions
Risk factors for substance use problems in youth include: - ANSWER✔️✔️-- alcohol or other drug
problems among family members
- poor school performance
- poverty, family conflicts, chaos or stress
- having friends who drink or use drugs
- not fitting in socially or being excluded because of factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual
orientation
- emotional, physical or sexual abuse
- experiencing discrimination or oppression.
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and Answers
Frequently Asked Questions - ANSWER✔️✔️-Why do people keep using substances?
One thing that makes change so difficult is that the immediate effects of problematic substance use
tend to be positive. The person may feel good, have more confidence and forget about his or her
problems temporarily. The problems caused by substance use might not be obvious for some time.
When the person uses substances to escape or change how he or she feels, using can become a
habit, which can be hard to break. Continued substance use, especially heavy use, can cause changes
in the body and brain. A person who develops physical dependence and then stops using may
experience distressing symptoms of withdrawal. These changes may explain why people continue to
crave the substance long after they have stopped using, and why they may slip back into patterns of
problematic use.
How do I know if I need treatment?
If you feel that substance use is causing problems in your life and that you are unable to control your
use, see a trained counsellor for an assessment. This assessment gathers information about your use
and related problems and other factors in your life, such as your personal strengths and supports.
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,This information will help you and your counsellor decide whether you might benefit from
treatment or other support.
One simple way of describing addiction is the presence of the 4 Cs: - ANSWER✔️✔️-- Craving
- loss of Control of amount or frequency of use
- Compulsion to use
- use despite Consequences.
Signs & Symptoms of Addiction - ANSWER✔️✔️-- injuries while under the influence
- feelings of anxiety, irritability or depression
- trouble thinking clearly
- blackouts
- problems with relationships
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,- spending money on substances rather than on food, rent or other essentials
- legal problems related to substance use
- loss of hope, feelings of emptiness
Causes & Risk Factors of Addiction - ANSWER✔️✔️-- Genetic factors: Some people may inherit
a vulnerability to the addictive properties of drugs.
- How drugs interact with the brain: People use alcohol and other drugs because they stimulate the
brain in ways that "feel good." This immediate rewarding experience makes people want to repeat it.
All substances with addictive potential stimulate the release of dopamine, a chemical in the brain
that is associated with reward and pleasure.
- Environment: Peoples' home and community and the attitude of their peers, family and culture
toward substance use can influence whether or not they develop substance use problems. People
who experience prejudice or marginalization may use substances to cope with feelings of trauma or
social isolation.
- Mental health issues: More than 50 per cent of people with substance use disorders have also had
mental health problems at some point during their lifetimes. When people have mental health
problems, even limited substance use can worsen the problem.
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, - Coping with thoughts and feelings: People may turn to substances as a way of coping with difficult
emotions or situations. They start to rely on substances to regulate their emotions
Risk factors for substance use problems in youth include: - ANSWER✔️✔️-- alcohol or other drug
problems among family members
- poor school performance
- poverty, family conflicts, chaos or stress
- having friends who drink or use drugs
- not fitting in socially or being excluded because of factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual
orientation
- emotional, physical or sexual abuse
- experiencing discrimination or oppression.
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