The Clinician Uses the Interpreted Assessment Information to Arrive at a Technical

question 171

Short Answer

The clinician uses the interpreted assessment information to arrive at a technical description of a disorder called a(n) _____.

Understand the physiological consequences of prolonged excessive alcohol consumption.

Identify substances used for performance enhancement in sports and their effects.

Describe the pharmacological classification of drugs and their effects on appetite, self-confidence, and the nervous system.

Understand the relationship between opiate use and the body’s endorphin production.

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Definitions:

Subjective Experiences

Personal perceptions and feelings that are unique to an individual, which cannot be externally observed or measured directly.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, crucial for maintaining the body’s circulatory function.

Stimulant

A substance that increases physiological or nervous activity in the body, improving alertness, attention, and energy.

Dependence

A state in which an organism can only function normally in the presence of a particular substance, leading to physical or psychological withdrawal symptoms.