PSYC 356 Chapter Notes - Chapter 12: Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder, Parasomnia, Sleep Disorder
20 Apr 2013
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Health related disorder is different from psychological disorders: the problems are more connected to the impact of the physical illness. Psychosomatic: physical disorder that stems from or is affected by psychological and social factors. Use peak at late adolescents and decline during young adulthood. Marijuana use is common and increasing, but cigarette is declining. Alcohol use before 14 is a strong predictor. Substance use increase high-risky behaviors: unsafe sex(have ealier sexual intercourse than nonuser), g report dating aggression 5times higher. As a risk factor for unhealthy weight control, suicide. Substance dependence (more serious): at least 12 months, 3+(out of 7) significant clinical signs of distress: tolerance, withdrawal and other indices of compulsive use. Substance abuse: at least 12 months, 1+(out of 4) harmful and repeated negative consequence. Adolescents are more likely show cognitive and affective features rather than physiological dependence. Drink less but drink more at one time.
