Substance Use and Addictive Disorders

A collection of flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to substance use and addictive disorders as outlined in the lecture.

Substance Use Disorder

Patterns of maladaptive behaviors and reactions brought about by the repeated use of substances.

Substance Intoxication

Temporary changes in behavior, emotion, or thought caused by the ingestion of a substance.

Depressants

Substances that slow the activity of the central nervous system, affecting judgment and motor activity.

Binge Drinking

Consumption of five or more drinks on a single occasion.

Tolerance

A condition where a person needs increasing doses of a substance to achieve the desired effect.

Withdrawal Symptoms

Unpleasant and sometimes dangerous symptoms that occur when reducing or stopping the intake of a substance.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

A treatment approach focused on changing unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors.

Psychodynamic Therapy

A therapeutic approach that explores the influence of unconscious processes and childhood experiences.

Cannabis Use Disorder

A pattern of cannabis use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress.

Delirium Tremens (DTs)

A dramatic withdrawal reaction from alcohol characterized by confusion, hallucinations, and severe autonomic instability.

Cocaine Intoxication

A state marked by increased energy, poor muscle coordination, and psychological symptoms such as anxiety and delusions.

Alcohol Use Disorder

A type of substance use disorder specifically related to alcohol consumption.

Hallucinogens

Substances that cause powerful changes primarily in sensory perception, often leading to hallucinations.

Amphetamines

Stimulant drugs that increase central nervous system activity, often used to treat ADHD.

Nicotine

A highly addictive substance found in tobacco that affects the central nervous system.

MDMA (Ecstasy)

A stimulant and hallucinogenic drug commonly associated with rave culture.

Neurotoxicity

Damage to nerve cells caused by exposure to toxic substances, often seen in chronic drug users.

Sociocultural Theories

Theories suggesting that social and cultural factors influence the development of substance use disorders.

Biological Theories

Theoretical perspectives that emphasize genetic and physiological factors in the development of substance use disorders.