Pedro Is at a Party and Has Taken a Substance

question 94

Multiple Choice

Pedro is at a party and has taken a substance that has made him euphoric and disinhibited; he then experiences lethargy, loss of coordination, and other signs of central nervous system depression.He has most likely taken:

• A)amphetamines.
• B)cocaine.
• C)benzodiazepines.
• D)coffee.

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Definitions:

Self-Awareness

The conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires, which can influence behavior and decisions.

External Locus of Control

A belief system where individuals think that their successes or failures result from external factors beyond their control.

Decisions

The process of making choices between alternative courses of action based on preferences, values, and available information.

Locus of Control

An individual's belief system regarding the causes of his or her experiences and the factors to which that person attributes success or failure.