In a Democracy, It Is Assumed That Elected Representatives Should

question 39

Essay

In a democracy, it is assumed that elected representatives should implement the policies favored by the people.Discuss how often public opinion actually influences government policy in the United States and whether government is equally responsive to all members of the public.Is there any evidence that government policy might influence public opinion?

Identify and describe the symptoms and diagnostic criteria of substance use disorder.

Recognize the signs and effects of neuroadaptation in the context of psychoactive drug use.

Understand the role and impact of depressants on neural activity and body functions.

Describe the process and effects of withdrawal from addictive substances or behaviors.

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Definitions:

States Of Arousal

Different levels of physiological and psychological activity ranging from sleep to intense activity or excitement.

Hormonal Changes

Biochemical alterations in the body's hormone levels, affecting mood, growth, metabolism, and reproductive functions.

Neurological "Firing"

refers to the process by which neurons transmit electrical impulses, facilitating communication within the brain and between the brain and the rest of the body.

PKU

PKU, or Phenylketonuria, is a genetic disorder in which the body cannot metabolize phenylalanine, an amino acid, leading to harmful levels in the body if not treated with a special diet from infancy.