PSY100H1 Chapter Notes - Chapter 12: Asthma, Psilocybin, Palpitations
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Less serious & only requires 1 of the 4 criterias: exposure to physical dangers (drinking & driving, legal problems (traffic violation, social & interpersonal problems (conflict with spouse, failure to fulfill major obligations (attending work) A person can receive a diagnosis of substance dependence and withdrawal when he/she exhibits withdrawal symptoms when refused the substance. Alcohol abuse is different from alcohol dependence. Usually happens w/ heavy drinkers whose bodies have become accustomed to the drug. Can cause many adverse symptoms: anxious, restless, depressed, muscle tremors, dts, Occurs in heavy drinkers when levels of alcohol in the blood become unexpectedly low after what is usually viewed as excessive drinking. Body adapts to the drug; becomes able to process it more efficiently. So more of the drug is needed to produce the same effects. Tolerance players liver enzymes: gaba receptors, however, tolerance is due to psychological & physiological factors. Using more than 1 drug at a time.
