Addiction to Prescription Stimulants, Which Affect the Same Brain Systems

question 13

True/False

Addiction to prescription stimulants, which affect the same brain systems as illicit stimulants like cocaine, can be treated with behavioral therapies as there are no medications yet for treating addiction to these types of drugs.

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Definitions:

Compulsive Caregiving

Describes a behavioral pattern in which children (usually insecurely attached, avoidant children) take emotional care of their parents.

Emotional Care

Providing support, understanding, and validation to individuals to foster emotional health and well-being.

Self-Sufficiency

The ability to fulfill one's own needs without reliance on others, often seen as a sign of maturity and independence.

Self-Evaluation

The process of reflecting on one's abilities, actions, and characteristics to assess personal strengths and areas for improvement.