Tony Has Begun to Structure His Life Around the Pursuit

question 35

Multiple Choice

Tony has begun to structure his life around the pursuit and use of drugs. He denies that he has a problem and tries to cover up the behavioral problems he is having because of his drug
Use) His friends and family now take a distant second place to his drug habit. He is in the
______ stage of drug dependence.

• A) experimentation
• B) routine use
• C) addiction or dependence
• D) toxic use

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Definitions:

Psychological Stress

A form of stress experienced when perceived demands exceed one's resources to cope, leading to various mental and physical health issues.

Approach-Avoidance Conflict

A conflict in which a choice must be made about whether to pursue a single goal that has both attractive and unattractive aspects.

Acute Stressors

Refers to short-term stress-causing factors or events that provoke a stress response in an individual.

Environmental Stressors

Physical or psychological stimuli in the environment that trigger stress responses in individuals.