Carl Is a Second Year College Student

question 25

Multiple Choice

Carl is a second year college student. Over the last 12 months, he has spent his weekends drinking alcohol and playing poker. He does not drink on weekdays but occasionally uses "speed" if it is available to stay awake during the all-night poker games. He then takes Valium so that he can sleep during the day and be rested for the next night's game. Carl's friends are worried that Carl is hooked on drugs and that he can't stop, but Carl claims that he has no problem with his drug use. Carl boasts that he can drink more beer now than he could when he first came to college without becoming as intoxicated or having a hangover the next day. He dismisses the risks associated with mixing alcohol with other drugs like Valium, stating that only people who don't know what they are doin have problems. Carl attends his classes, although he has been missing the early Monday class and his overall grade-point average has dropped this semester. Which of following is TRUE regarding Carl's use of substances?

• A) He has substance use disorder and shows characteristics of addictive behaviour.
• B) He has substance use disorder.
• C) He displays characteristics of addictive behaviour.
• D) He does not show evidence of tolerance.

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Definitions:

Mania

Mania is a mental state characterized by extremely elevated mood, energy, and unusual thought patterns, often associated with bipolar disorder.

Schizophrenia

A chronic and severe mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Alcoholism

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol, leading to physical and emotional dependence and various health issues.

Depression

A common and serious mood disorder that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, characterized by prolonged feelings of sadness and/or a lack of interest in activities.