PSYC 3082 : Exam 3 Study Guide
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Elon failed school, addicted to partying, pnp, substance dependence. Substance dependence- where one cannot control his their own drug-seeking behavior. Substance intoxication: a reversible condition brought on by excessive use of a drug such as alcohol, experiences maladaptive behavior. Intoxication is not generally considered abnormal without maladaptive behavioral changes. Involves repeated use of substances to the point that recurring problems are evident. Depressants: sedative drugs that inhibit aspects of the cns, alcohol is the most common depressant. Increase dopamine and norepinephrine: 90% involve meth, one can become addicted to meth after just a few doses. Meth mouth sever decay or loss of teeth from exposure to the drug"s toxic chemical composition: often use force just to obtain another dose. Opiates: aka narcotics , are used to relieve pain or cough, such as morphine and codeine, heroin is abused more than others, a derivative of morphine.
