The Phenomenon Whereby Higher Doses of a Drug Are Required

question 25

Multiple Choice

The phenomenon whereby higher doses of a drug are required to produce its original effects is known as

• A)physical dependence.
• B)psychological dependence.
• C)tolerance.
• D)withdrawal.

Explain the phenomenon of phantom limb pain and its possible causes.

Understand the concept and implications of gate-control theory in pain perception.

Comprehend the role of neurotransmitters such as substance P in pain transmission.

Grasp the importance of the kinesthetic and vestibular senses in maintaining balance and motion perception.

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Definitions:

CBT (Cognitive-behaviour Therapy)

A psychotherapeutic treatment that helps individuals understand the thoughts and feelings that influence behaviors, used primarily to treat anxiety and depression.

Psychoeducation

The process of providing education and information to those seeking or receiving mental health services, such as individuals with mental illnesses and their families.

Delusions

Strongly held false beliefs resistant to confrontation with actual facts, often indicative of a psychological disorder.

Heterogeneity

The quality or state of being diverse in character or content, often used in reference to populations or studies in research.