Which of the Following Is TRUE Regarding the Influence of Social

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the influence of social factors on the effects of drugs?

• A) People who believe they are getting alcoholic drinks but are getting plain drinks will not behave as though they are getting drunk.
• B) People who believe that alcohol will help them handle stress are more likely to develop alcohol-related problems.
• C) In cultures where alcohol use is not socially accepted, fewer people drink but the rate of alcohol abuse is higher.
• D) Cultures that encourage alcohol in social situations are likely to have higher rates of alcohol abuse.

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Physiological Component

Refers to the physical and biological aspects that contribute to an organism's functions and processes.

Behavioural Component

The aspect of attitudes which pertains to the way we act or behave towards an object or situation.

Autonomic Arousal

The activation of the autonomic nervous system, which can result in physiological reactions such as increased heart rate or sweating, often due to stress or excitement.

Physiological Component

Refers to the aspects of processes, functions, and activities of living organisms that can be measured and studied.