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Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) Practice Exam
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1. Which of the following is a key characteristic of substance dependence?
A. Experimentation
B. Tolerance
C. Curiosity
D. Abstinence

Rationale: Tolerance is a hallmark feature of substance dependence, indicating
the need for more of the substance to achieve the same effect.



2. What is the primary neurotransmitter affected by alcohol?
A. Dopamine
B. Norepinephrine
C. GABA
D. Serotonin

Rationale: Alcohol primarily enhances the effects of GABA, an inhibitory
neurotransmitter, leading to sedation and CNS depression.

, 3. Motivational Interviewing emphasizes:
A. Confrontation
B. Advice-giving
C. Client autonomy and collaboration
D. Judgment of client behavior

Rationale: Motivational Interviewing is a client-centered approach that supports
autonomy and collaborative communication.



4. What stage of change involves considering change within the next six
months?
A. Precontemplation
B. Contemplation
C. Action
D. Maintenance

Rationale: In the Contemplation stage, clients recognize the problem and start
thinking about change.



5. Which is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act?
A. Cocaine
B. Methadone
C. Heroin
D. Ritalin

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