PSY 242 Exam 1 ( Updated 2025-2026 ) 1-100
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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
Complete Questions & Answers (Solved) 100%
Correct Graded A+
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
