2023/24 IC & RC ADC Exam with Complete Solutions

Initial experimental use of chemical substances usually occurs during what ages? - ANSWER-12-15 years of age Stage 1: Experimental and Social Use of Drugs and Alcohol - ANSWER-Occasional, few times monthly. Typically on weekends at parties or with friends. May use when alone. Reasons for use include to satisfy curiosity, peer pressure, obtain social acceptance, defy parental limits, to seek a thrill, to relieve boredom, to appear grown up, and to produce pleasurable feelings. At this stage, a person will experience euphoria and then return to a normal state after using, a small amount may cause intoxication. Behavior indicators of someone using while in this stage include lying about use or whereabouts, experiencing moderate hangovers, evidence of a beer can or a marijuana joint The metabolic effects of alcohol and other drugs alter the individual's chemistry because? - ANSWER-Psychoactive drugs mimic, displace, block, or deplete specific chemical messengers between nerve cells in the brain Stage 2: Abuse - ANSWER-Regular use, may use several times a week, may begin using during the day, may be using alone rather than with friends. Begin buying enough to be prepared, may sell to keep a supply for personal use, may begin stealing to have enough money to buy drugs/alcohol. Use to manipulate emotions, to experience pleasure that the substance provide, to cope with stress and uncomfortable emotions. People at this stage often experience uncomfortable emotions when not using, substances are used to maintain normal feelings. Feels shame and guilt. More of a substance is needed to produce the same effect. Behavior indicators of someone using in this stage are school or work performance declining, mood swings, changes in personality, lying, losing friendships, and family conflict. Addiction - ANSWER-compulsive use, impaired control over using the substance, preoccupation with obtaining and using the drug, and continued use despite adverse consequences Stage 3: Dependency/Addiction - ANSWER-Daily, continuous use. Will use any means necessary to obtain and secure substances, taking serious risks, engaging in criminal behavior. Substances are needed to avoid pain and depression. Many wish to escape the realities of daily living. Use is out of control. Peron's normal state is pain/discomfort, substances are used to feel normal, pain is felt when the effects wear off. Unable to experience euphoria when using. Suicidal thoughts or attempt. Feelings of shame, remorse, and guilt. Feelings of depression, aggression, irritation, and apathy. Behavioral indicators of someone using in this stage include physical deterioration, poor