PSYC 2301 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Low-Density Lipoprotein, Comorbidity, Nicotine Gum
11 Oct 2012
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Health compromising behaviours (hbc, risk or problem behaviour) Common characteristics: window of vulnerability in adolescence (the things we do when you are younger are different from what you do when you"re older, the set of rules are different. Compulsive and repetitive use may result in tolerance (e. g. higher alcohol tolerance) to the effect of the drug and withdrawal symptoms happen when use is reduced or stopped. Apa defines it as when a user has repeatedly self-administered an agent that results in tolerance, withdrawal and compulsive behaviour. Substance abuse can include physical dependence, tolerance, addiction and withdrawal. It sets more realistic goals rather than telling you not to do it. Implemented through community-based programs as well (methadone clinics, needle exchange programs) Insite program started in 2003 in vancouver, canada"s first safe-injection site, offers safe place for them to shoot up and will take the old needles and give them new ones.
