PSYC 3140 Chapter Notes - Chapter 12: Cocaine Intoxication, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Alcohol Dehydrogenase
13 Apr 2014
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Patterns of maladaptive behaviors and reactions brought about by repeatedly use of a substance. The adjustment that the brain and the body make to regular use of certain drugs so that ever larger doses are needed to achieve the earlier effects. Unpleasant, sometimes dangerous reactions that may occur when people who use drugs regularly stop taking or reduce their dosage of the drug. A dramatic withdrawal reaction experienced by some people who are alcoholic- dependent. It consists of confusion, clouded consciousness, and terrifying visual hallucinations. An alcoholic related disorder marked by extreme confusion, memory impairment, and other neurological symptoms. A cluster of problems in a child, including low birth weight, irregularities (head and face), and intellectual deficits, caused by excessive alcohol intake by pregnant mother. A drug used in low doses to reduce anxiety and in higher doses to help people sleep. Drugs that reduce anxiety and help produce sleep.
