The Need to Take Larger and Larger Doses of a Drug

question 1

Multiple Choice

The need to take larger and larger doses of a drug in order to experience its effects is an indication of

• A) withdrawal.
• B) dissociation.
• C) tolerance.
• D) narcolepsy.

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Definitions:

Bipolar Disorder

A psychiatric disorder involving significant mood fluctuations, with periods of elevated mood (mania or hypomania) and episodes of depressive lows.

Manic Episodes

Episodes characterized by a period of abnormally elevated, expansive, or irritable mood and increased activity or energy levels, often found in bipolar disorder.

Antidepressant Drugs

Medications prescribed to alleviate symptoms of depression by balancing chemicals in the brain that affect mood and emotions.

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions.