All of the Following Are Personality Traits That Might Make

question 6

Multiple Choice

All of the following are personality traits that might make an individual more susceptible to addiction EXCEPT:

• A)difficulty controlling impulses.
• B)low self-esteem.
• C)feeling powerful.
• D)depression.

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Definitions:

Adrenaline

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as epinephrine, which increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism in response to stress.

Glucose

A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.

MAOA Gene

A gene that encodes the enzyme monoamine oxidase A, which is involved in breaking down neurotransmitters in the brain.

Conduct Disorders

Refers to a range of antisocial types of behavior displayed in children and adolescents.