IL CADC questions with correct answers

Key components of addiction/dependence Answer 1.Compulsion-Loss of control/choice. 2. Continued use despite adverse consequences 3. Cravings 4. Denial Addiction Answer A chronic disorder precipitated by a combination of genetic, biological/pharmacological and social factors. Also characterized by compulsive, at time uncontrollable drug cravings, seeking, and use that persist even in the face of extremely negative consequences. Dependence Answer Is usually accompanied by tolerance and withdrawal, also generally associated with a wide range or social, legal, psychiatric, and medical problems The Continuum of Alcohol and other Drug Use Answer Use Misuse Abuse Dependency Stages of addiction Answer 1. USE- The use of drugs or alcohol in a socially accepted or medically sanctioned manner to modify or control mood 2. MISUSE -Taking drugs or alcohol in damaging quantities other than the prescribed dosage or the use of illicit drugs 3. ABUSE- Is typified by the continued use of alcohol or other drugs in spite of negative consequences.