Robert Buckman Is a Researcher Studying the Effects of Alcohol

question 161

Multiple Choice

Robert Buckman is a researcher studying the effects of alcohol and drug abuse. The alcohol center where he works states, "Our mission is to conduct, coordinate, and promote basic and clinical research on the causes, prevention, and treatment of alcoholism and alcoholic disease." Looking forward, which of the following statements are you likely to agree with?

• A) Robert's work, although impressive, will not have any short-term or long-term effect on the cost of labor in the U.S.
• B) The U.S. has seen significant declines in alcohol and drug-related issues in the workplace. Robert would better serve the business world by working on cancer-caused ailments.
• C) Illegal drug use is more of a problem than alcohol in terms of the number of work-related accidents that these problems cause. Robert should know, though, that the baby boomers are the major drug users, and they are retiring.
• D) Robert's work is greatly needed by business and industry. Alcohol and drug use continue to be on the rise and present serious work-related costs to businesses across almost all industries.

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in controlling the brain's reward and pleasure centers, as well as regulating movement and emotional responses.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in the body responsible for muscle activation and plays roles in arousal, attention, memory, and motivation.

Agonist

A chemical or drug that binds to receptors in the brain and causes a reaction or response similar to that of a natural neurotransmitter.

Nicotine

It is a stimulant drug found in tobacco plants that affects the nervous system by increasing the release of neurotransmitters.