Substance-Related and Addictive
Disorders Questions and Answers
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Which of the following is classified as a substance-related disorder?
A. Asthma
✔✔ B. Alcohol Use Disorder
C. ADHD
D. OCD
What is the defining feature of substance dependence?
A. Social withdrawal
B. Lack of interest in hobbies
✔✔ C. Compulsive use despite negative consequences
D. Improved focus
Which behavioral symptom often indicates a possible addictive disorder?
✔✔ A. Loss of control over use
B. Improved self-esteem
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,C. Organized lifestyle
D. Increased motivation at work
What is a common withdrawal symptom of opioid dependence?
✔✔ A. Muscle aches and nausea
B. Better sleep
C. Reduced appetite
D. Elevated mood
Which substance is most associated with liver disease from chronic use?
✔✔ A. Alcohol
B. Cocaine
C. Cannabis
D. Nicotine
Which is considered a non-substance-related (behavioral) addictive disorder?
A. Opioid Use Disorder
✔✔ B. Gambling Disorder
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,C. Inhalant Use Disorder
D. Caffeine Intoxication
How does tolerance affect substance use?
✔✔ A. It causes a person to need more of the substance for the same effect
B. It reduces addiction risk
C. It eliminates cravings
D. It prevents relapse
Which of the following is a possible psychological effect of stimulant abuse?
✔✔ A. Paranoia and anxiety
B. Drowsiness
C. Slowed reflexes
D. Low blood pressure
What is the primary goal of treatment for substance-related disorders?
✔✔ A. Achieving and maintaining long-term recovery
B. Increasing cravings
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, C. Introducing new substances
D. Reducing sleep
What is an early warning sign of a developing addictive disorder?
✔✔ A. Using substances to cope with emotions
B. Following a strict sleep schedule
C. Seeking emotional support
D. Regular meal planning
What type of therapy is most effective for treating behavioral addictions like gambling?
A. Occupational therapy
✔✔ B. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
C. Massage therapy
D. Physical therapy
Which factor can reduce the risk of developing a substance-related disorder?
✔✔ A. Strong family support and coping skills
B. Early substance exposure
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Disorders Questions and Answers
Latest Version Already Passed
Which of the following is classified as a substance-related disorder?
A. Asthma
✔✔ B. Alcohol Use Disorder
C. ADHD
D. OCD
What is the defining feature of substance dependence?
A. Social withdrawal
B. Lack of interest in hobbies
✔✔ C. Compulsive use despite negative consequences
D. Improved focus
Which behavioral symptom often indicates a possible addictive disorder?
✔✔ A. Loss of control over use
B. Improved self-esteem
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,C. Organized lifestyle
D. Increased motivation at work
What is a common withdrawal symptom of opioid dependence?
✔✔ A. Muscle aches and nausea
B. Better sleep
C. Reduced appetite
D. Elevated mood
Which substance is most associated with liver disease from chronic use?
✔✔ A. Alcohol
B. Cocaine
C. Cannabis
D. Nicotine
Which is considered a non-substance-related (behavioral) addictive disorder?
A. Opioid Use Disorder
✔✔ B. Gambling Disorder
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,C. Inhalant Use Disorder
D. Caffeine Intoxication
How does tolerance affect substance use?
✔✔ A. It causes a person to need more of the substance for the same effect
B. It reduces addiction risk
C. It eliminates cravings
D. It prevents relapse
Which of the following is a possible psychological effect of stimulant abuse?
✔✔ A. Paranoia and anxiety
B. Drowsiness
C. Slowed reflexes
D. Low blood pressure
What is the primary goal of treatment for substance-related disorders?
✔✔ A. Achieving and maintaining long-term recovery
B. Increasing cravings
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, C. Introducing new substances
D. Reducing sleep
What is an early warning sign of a developing addictive disorder?
✔✔ A. Using substances to cope with emotions
B. Following a strict sleep schedule
C. Seeking emotional support
D. Regular meal planning
What type of therapy is most effective for treating behavioral addictions like gambling?
A. Occupational therapy
✔✔ B. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
C. Massage therapy
D. Physical therapy
Which factor can reduce the risk of developing a substance-related disorder?
✔✔ A. Strong family support and coping skills
B. Early substance exposure
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