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| What is physical dependence? |
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Definition
| When the body is used to high levels of the substance and needs that level to function normally. Without the substance, uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms occur. |
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| What is psychological dependence? |
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Definition
| When the abuser feels a compultion to use the substance and think about it often. Using the substance is part of the abuser's daily routine. |
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Term
| What is a stumulant? What is an example of one? |
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Definition
A chemical substance that increases the activity of the sympathetic nervous system.
Ecstacy, nicotine, caffeine |
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| What is a depressant? What is an example? |
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Definition
A chemical substance that increases the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system.
Alcohol, cannabis |
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Term
What are the risks of using a stimulant?
(three risks) |
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Definition
-Cardiac problems, such as a heart attack
-Sudden death
-Injury due to psychotism |
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| What are withdrawal symptoms? What are two examples? |
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Definition
Painful psysical and psychological effects that occur when a person suddenly stops taking a substance
eg. heart palpitations, paranoia |
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| Usual levels of the substance fail to have the previous ehnancing effects. More of the substance is required to produce the same effect |
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