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question 239

Multiple Choice

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Definitions:

Opiates

A group of drugs derived from opium used for their analgesic, sedative, and euphoric effects; includes both natural and synthetic compounds.

Type I Alcoholism

A subtype of alcoholism characterized by early onset, often with a genetic component, and is associated with rapid progression of dependence.

Type II Alcoholism

A category of alcoholism characterized by early onset, genetic predisposition, and a tendency towards impulsive behavior, often leading to severe dependency.

Genetics

The branch of biology that deals with heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.