IC & RC ADC Exam Questions And
Answers.
Initial experimental use of chemical substances usually occurs during what ages? -
\12-15 years of age
Stage 1: Experimental and Social Use of Drugs and Alcohol -
\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? -
\Psychoactive drugs mimic, displace, block, or deplete specific chemical messengers
between nerve cells in the brain
Stage 2: Abuse -
\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 -
\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 -
\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 appearance, memory loss, flashbacks,
paranoia, mood swings, mental health problems, likely to drop out of school or lose job,
absent from home, overdoses, lack of concern about being caught - focused only on
obtaining and using substances
DSM-V criteria for substance use disorder -
\Mild: 2-3 criteria
Moderate: 4-5 criteria
Severe: >6 criteria
1. Substance used in larger amounts or over a longer period than intended
2. Unsuccessful efforts to control use
3. Excessive time spent obtaining, using or recovering
4. Cravings
5. Failure to fulfill obligations
6. Continued used despite interpersonal problems
7. Patient gives up on important activities
8. Recurrent use in situations where it poses physical harm
9. Continued use despite knowledge of having a problem
10. Tolerance
11. Withdrawal
risk factors for addiction -
\unstable family/work, family history of substance abuse, hangout out with people who
do drugs, disease, mental health, personality, life experiences
Five Critical Components of Effective Treatment -
\1) Assessment
2) Patient-Treatment Matching
3) Comprehensive Services
4) Relapse Prevention
5) Accountability
Assessment -
\uses diagnostic instruments and processes to determine an individual's needs and
problems. It is an essential first step in determining the possible causes of addiction for
the person and the most appropriate treatment modality for their needs
Patient-Treatment Matching -
\Ensure that an individual receives the type of treatment corresponding with their
personality, background, mental condition, and the extent and duration of substance
abuse determined by the assessment
Comprehensive Services -
Answers.
Initial experimental use of chemical substances usually occurs during what ages? -
\12-15 years of age
Stage 1: Experimental and Social Use of Drugs and Alcohol -
\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? -
\Psychoactive drugs mimic, displace, block, or deplete specific chemical messengers
between nerve cells in the brain
Stage 2: Abuse -
\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 -
\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 -
\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 appearance, memory loss, flashbacks,
paranoia, mood swings, mental health problems, likely to drop out of school or lose job,
absent from home, overdoses, lack of concern about being caught - focused only on
obtaining and using substances
DSM-V criteria for substance use disorder -
\Mild: 2-3 criteria
Moderate: 4-5 criteria
Severe: >6 criteria
1. Substance used in larger amounts or over a longer period than intended
2. Unsuccessful efforts to control use
3. Excessive time spent obtaining, using or recovering
4. Cravings
5. Failure to fulfill obligations
6. Continued used despite interpersonal problems
7. Patient gives up on important activities
8. Recurrent use in situations where it poses physical harm
9. Continued use despite knowledge of having a problem
10. Tolerance
11. Withdrawal
risk factors for addiction -
\unstable family/work, family history of substance abuse, hangout out with people who
do drugs, disease, mental health, personality, life experiences
Five Critical Components of Effective Treatment -
\1) Assessment
2) Patient-Treatment Matching
3) Comprehensive Services
4) Relapse Prevention
5) Accountability
Assessment -
\uses diagnostic instruments and processes to determine an individual's needs and
problems. It is an essential first step in determining the possible causes of addiction for
the person and the most appropriate treatment modality for their needs
Patient-Treatment Matching -
\Ensure that an individual receives the type of treatment corresponding with their
personality, background, mental condition, and the extent and duration of substance
abuse determined by the assessment
Comprehensive Services -
