The Abuse Liability of Antipsychotic Drugs

question 22

Multiple Choice

The abuse liability of antipsychotic drugs

• A)is equal to that of the benzodiazepines.
• B)is nonexistent.
• C)is increased when used for chronic schizophrenia.
• D)has been determined to be problematic in drug-abusers.

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Definitions:

Save Face

The act of striving to maintain one's dignity, honor, or reputation in the face of embarrassment or shame.

Channel Factors

Channel factors refer to situational or environmental elements that significantly influence the likelihood of behavior change by facilitating simple and small modifications in the environment.

Loss of Control

The inability to manage one's actions or reactions, often leading to negative consequences.

Reactance

A psychological reaction that occurs in response to perceived restrictions on one’s freedoms or choices, leading to a motivation to regain freedom.