Regarding Drug Dependencies,which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 243

Multiple Choice

Regarding drug dependencies,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) A psychological dependence can be just as powerful as a physical addiction.
• B) Some psychologists define addiction as any compulsive habit pattern.
• C) A reduction in the body's response to a drug is known as drug withdrawal.
• D) People who develop a psychological dependence feel that a drug is necessary to maintain comfort or well-being.

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Definitions:

Insight

The capacity to gain a deep, intuitive understanding of a person or situation, often resulting in a clear comprehension of complex patterns or issues.

Free Association

A psychoanalytic technique in which a patient says whatever comes to mind without censorship as a way to uncover unconscious thoughts.

Biomedical Therapy

Involves the treatment of psychological disorders through medical procedures and medication, addressing the biological aspects of disorders.

Nervous System

The complex network of nerves and cells that transmits signals between different parts of the body, facilitating communication and response to stimuli.