Which of the Following Best Defines Substance Abuse

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines substance abuse?

• A) It is rare during early adulthood; most give it up before that time of life.
• B) It refers to the ingestion of all form of curative drugs.
• C) It is all-consuming, negatively affecting a person socially, occupationally, physically, and psychologically.
• D) It results from years of steroid use and preoccupation with the ideal body.

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Definitions:

Avoid Satiation

Strategies to prevent a reduction in effectiveness or enjoyment of a stimulus due to excessive repeated exposure.

Contingency Contracts

Written agreements used in behavior modification that outline specific expectations and consequences for behavior.

Group-Oriented Contingency

A behavior management approach where the consequences for behavior are applied to a group rather than individuals, often used to promote teamwork and collective responsibility.

Premack Principle

A psychological principle which states that a more probable behavior can serve as a reinforcement for a less probable behavior.