Substance Abuse and Alcohol-related Concepts Quiz

Test your knowledge on alcohol and drug effects, addiction, and treatment with this substance abuse quiz. Learn about neurotransmitters, long-term effects, and more.

#1

Which of the following is a common short-term effect of alcohol consumption?

Increased heart rate
Decreased blood pressure
Reduced coordination and balance
Improved cognitive function
#2

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for driving in most US states?

0.01%
0.05%
0.08%
0.10%
#3

What is the primary psychoactive ingredient in marijuana?

THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)
CBD (Cannabidiol)
Cocaine
Morphine
#4

Which of the following is NOT considered a stimulant drug?

Cocaine
Methamphetamine
Heroin
Nicotine
#5

Which neurotransmitter is primarily affected by the use of cocaine, leading to heightened mood and increased energy?

Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Glutamate
#6

Which neurotransmitter is significantly affected by alcohol consumption, contributing to its effects on mood and behavior?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Glutamate
#7

What is a common long-term effect of chronic alcohol abuse on the liver?

Cirrhosis
Pancreatitis
Gastritis
Colitis
#8

What is the term used to describe the state in which an individual requires increasing amounts of a substance to achieve the desired effect?

Tolerance
Withdrawal
Dependence
Addiction
#9

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of opioid withdrawal?

Nausea and vomiting
Muscle cramps and bone pain
Elevated heart rate
Diarrhea
#10

What is the term for the physiological process by which the body metabolizes and eliminates a substance?

Absorption
Excretion
Metabolism
Distribution
#11

Which drug is used as an opioid antagonist to treat alcohol dependence by reducing cravings and the rewarding effects of alcohol?

Methadone
Naloxone
Buprenorphine
Disulfiram
#12

What is the term used to describe the co-occurrence of substance abuse and a mental health disorder?

Comorbidity
Concurrent disorder
Dual diagnosis
Bipolar disorder
#13

Which neurotransmitter system is primarily affected by opioids, leading to pain relief and euphoria?

Endorphin system
Dopamine system
Serotonin system
GABA system
#14

What is the primary mode of action of benzodiazepines, a class of drugs commonly prescribed for anxiety disorders?

Increasing dopamine levels
Enhancing GABA activity
Blocking serotonin receptors
Stimulating opioid receptors
#15

Which of the following medications is used to manage alcohol dependence by causing unpleasant reactions when alcohol is consumed?

Methadone
Naloxone
Buprenorphine
Disulfiram

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