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Pharmacology - ANSWER -the study of drugs: chemical
substances -> biological systems

Psychopharmacology - ANSWER -study of the effects of drugs on
behavior

Drug - ANSWER -a chemical substance that alters biological
structure or function

Psychoactive Drugs - ANSWER -acts on the CNS and alters brain
function

Drugs of Abuse - ANSWER -psychoactive drugs that are taken for
non-medical use (e.g. alcohol or nicotine)

, Illicit Drgus - ANSWER -drugs that are illegal to posses or use

Drug Abuse - ANSWER -drug use that can potentially lead to
problems for the user (i.e. legal, occupational, physical,
psychological)

Drug Dependence - ANSWER -body adapts to the drug
(physiological change, i.e. tolerance and withdrawal)

Drug Addiction - ANSWER -a chronic, relapsing disorder
characterized by compulsive drug seeking, continued use despite
harmful consequences, and long-lasting changes in the brain: may
show dependence but not necessary

Classifications of Psychoactive Substances (7) - ANSWER -
stimulants
depressants
opioids
hallucinogens
psychiatric medications
marijuana
nicotine

Connected book

Susan Krauss Whitbourne Abnormal Psychology

Publisher: 2020 ISBN: 9781260500196 Edition: Unknown

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