Which of the Following Is TRUE About the Effects of Cocaine

question 143

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE about the effects of cocaine use by pregnant women?

• A) Cocaine exposure during prenatal development is associated with increased birth weight.
• B) Prenatal cocaine exposure has been linked to higher arousal.
• C) Cocaine exposure during prenatal development is associated with reduced length and head circumference.
• D) Children born to cocaine users exhibit higher quality of reflexes at one month of age.

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Definitions:

Motivational Interviewing

A counseling approach that helps people resolve ambivalent feelings and insecurities to find the internal motivation they need to change their behavior.

Person-centered Therapy

A non-directive psychotherapy approach that emphasizes the client's self-discovery and self-acceptance through a supportive therapeutic environment.

Motivational Interviewing

A counseling approach that helps individuals find the motivation to make positive changes in their behavior, particularly regarding substance abuse and other health-related behaviors.

Addictions

Compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences, often involving the neglect of normal activities to pursue the addictive substance or behavior.