A Recovered Addict Who Goes Back to Using a Substance

question 14

Multiple Choice

A recovered addict who goes back to using a substance or engaging in the addictive behavior has had a(n)

• A) short-term recovery.
• B) relapse.
• C) intervention.
• D) withdrawal.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A region of the brain involved in processing emotions, fear responses, and memory.

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A small region in the brain located in the hypothalamus, responsible for controlling circadian rhythms.

Frontal Lobes

The part of the brain located just behind the forehead that is involved in complex cognitive functions, emotional regulation, and voluntary movement.

Pineal Gland

A small endocrine gland in the brain responsible for producing melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles.