Addiction Psychology MCQs

What is the primary characteristic of addiction?
a) Occasional use of substances
b) Compulsive engagement in behaviors despite adverse consequences
c) Temporary cravings for substances
d) Sporadic and occasional indulgence
Answer: b) Compulsive engagement in behaviors despite adverse consequences

Which theory suggests that addiction results from a lack of emotional support and connection?
a) Social Learning Theory
b) Cognitive Behavioral Theory
c) Attachment Theory
d) Biopsychosocial Model
Answer: c) Attachment Theory

What does the term “tolerance” refer to in the context of addiction?
a) The ability to abstain from substance use
b) The decreased effect of a substance over time requiring increased doses to achieve the same effect
c) The social acceptance of substance use
d) The withdrawal symptoms experienced when not using the substance
Answer: b) The decreased effect of a substance over time requiring increased doses to achieve the same effect

Which neurotransmitter is most commonly associated with the reward system in addiction?
a) Serotonin
b) Dopamine
c) Norepinephrine
d) Acetylcholine
Answer: b) Dopamine

What is “withdrawal” in the context of addiction?
a) The process of increasing substance intake
b) The psychological and physiological symptoms experienced when reducing or stopping substance use
c) The legal process of prohibiting substance use
d) The social avoidance of individuals who use substances
Answer: b) The psychological and physiological symptoms experienced when reducing or stopping substance use

Which of the following is a common behavioral addiction?
a) Gambling
b) Alcohol use
c) Cocaine use
d) Nicotine addiction
Answer: a) Gambling

What is “substance use disorder”?
a) The occasional use of a substance without negative consequences
b) A condition characterized by an inability to control substance use leading to significant impairment or distress
c) A temporary craving for a substance
d) The complete cessation of substance use
Answer: b) A condition characterized by an inability to control substance use leading to significant impairment or distress

Which approach focuses on changing maladaptive behaviors associated with addiction?
a) Psychodynamic Therapy
b) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
c) Humanistic Therapy
d) Psychoanalysis
Answer: b) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

What is the “harm reduction” strategy in addiction treatment?
a) Complete abstinence from substances
b) Reducing the negative consequences of substance use rather than focusing solely on abstinence
c) Increasing substance use to build tolerance
d) Avoiding any form of substance use
Answer: b) Reducing the negative consequences of substance use rather than focusing solely on abstinence

Which type of medication is commonly used in the treatment of opioid addiction?
a) Antidepressants
b) Methadone
c) Antipsychotics
d) Stimulants
Answer: b) Methadone

What is “craving” in the context of addiction?
a) A temporary disinterest in the substance
b) An intense desire for the substance or behavior
c) The ability to control substance use
d) The lack of desire for the substance
Answer: b) An intense desire for the substance or behavior

Which theory proposes that addiction is a result of learning from the environment and the reinforcement of substance use behaviors?
a) Cognitive Behavioral Theory
b) Social Learning Theory
c) Psychodynamic Theory
d) Biological Theory
Answer: b) Social Learning Theory

What is “relapse” in the context of addiction?
a) The complete cessation of substance use
b) A return to substance use after a period of abstinence
c) The gradual reduction of substance use
d) The maintenance of controlled substance use
Answer: b) A return to substance use after a period of abstinence

Which term describes the process of developing a physical dependence on a substance, requiring increasing amounts to achieve the desired effect?
a) Tolerance
b) Withdrawal
c) Craving
d) Abstinence
Answer: a) Tolerance

What is the “biopsychosocial model” of addiction?
a) A model that focuses solely on biological factors
b) A model that considers biological, psychological, and social factors in the development and treatment of addiction
c) A model that emphasizes social and environmental factors only
d) A model that ignores psychological factors
Answer: b) A model that considers biological, psychological, and social factors in the development and treatment of addiction

Which of the following is a common physical health consequence of chronic alcohol use?
a) Liver disease
b) Heart disease
c) Respiratory infections
d) Both a and b
Answer: d) Both a and b

Which psychological approach emphasizes understanding the unconscious mind’s role in addiction?
a) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
b) Psychodynamic Therapy
c) Humanistic Therapy
d) Behavioral Therapy
Answer: b) Psychodynamic Therapy

What is “codependency” in the context of addiction?
a) A therapeutic approach to treating addiction
b) A relationship where one person’s addiction negatively impacts another’s well-being
c) The ability to control another person’s substance use
d) A type of medication used to treat addiction
Answer: b) A relationship where one person’s addiction negatively impacts another’s well-being

Which term refers to the process of using a substance to relieve or avoid negative emotions or stress?
a) Self-medication
b) Harm reduction
c) Cognitive restructuring
d) Motivational interviewing
Answer: a) Self-medication

What is “motivational interviewing”?
a) A technique focused on encouraging individuals to explore and resolve ambivalence about changing addictive behaviors
b) A form of cognitive restructuring
c) A method of increasing substance use to build tolerance
d) A type of group therapy
Answer: a) A technique focused on encouraging individuals to explore and resolve ambivalence about changing addictive behaviors

Which of the following substances is classified as a stimulant?
a) Heroin
b) Cocaine
c) Alcohol
d) Benzodiazepines
Answer: b) Cocaine

What is “enabling” in the context of addiction?
a) Supporting an individual in seeking treatment for addiction
b) Behaviors that unintentionally support or perpetuate an individual’s substance use
c) Encouraging abstinence from substances
d) Assisting in managing withdrawal symptoms
Answer: b) Behaviors that unintentionally support or perpetuate an individual’s substance use

What does the term “abstinence” refer to in addiction treatment?
a) The act of completely avoiding substance use
b) The gradual reduction of substance use
c) The use of medications to manage addiction
d) The social acceptance of substance use
Answer: a) The act of completely avoiding substance use

Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with the pleasurable effects of addictive substances?
a) GABA
b) Serotonin
c) Endorphins
d) Dopamine
Answer: d) Dopamine

What is “psychological dependence”?
a) The physical symptoms experienced when a substance is not used
b) The emotional and mental reliance on a substance to cope with stress or negative emotions
c) The ability to function normally without the substance
d) The social effects of substance use
Answer: b) The emotional and mental reliance on a substance to cope with stress or negative emotions

Which of the following is a common treatment approach for substance use disorders?
a) Detoxification
b) Psychosurgery
c) Electroconvulsive therapy
d) Hypnotherapy
Answer: a) Detoxification

What is “dual diagnosis”?
a) The presence of two or more substance use disorders
b) The simultaneous presence of a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder
c) The diagnosis of a single substance use disorder
d) The identification of physical health issues
Answer: b) The simultaneous presence of a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder

Which term describes the inability to stop using a substance despite the desire to do so?
a) Compulsion
b) Tolerance
c) Withdrawal
d) Craving
Answer: a) Compulsion

Which behavioral therapy technique focuses on modifying unhealthy behaviors associated with addiction?
a) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
b) Psychoanalysis
c) Humanistic Therapy
d) Existential Therapy
Answer: a) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

What does “cue exposure therapy” involve?
a) Exposing individuals to stimuli associated with their addiction to reduce cravings
b) Avoiding any exposure to addiction-related stimuli
c) Increasing substance use to build tolerance
d) Focusing solely on withdrawal symptoms
Answer: a) Exposing individuals to stimuli associated with their addiction to reduce cravings

Which term refers to the use of substances to cope with stress or emotional pain?
a) Self-medication
b) Harm reduction
c) Cognitive restructuring
d) Motivational interviewing
Answer: a) Self-medication

What is the “relapse prevention model”?
a) A model focused on preventing all forms of substance use
b) A model designed to help individuals identify and manage high-risk situations to prevent relapse
c) A model that encourages increased substance use to build tolerance
d) A model focused on reducing physical withdrawal symptoms only
Answer: b) A model designed to help individuals identify and manage high-risk situations to prevent relapse

Which medication is commonly used to treat nicotine addiction?
a) Methadone
b) Naltrexone
c) Bupropion
d) Antidepressants
Answer: c) Bupropion

What is “contingency management” in addiction treatment?
a) Using rewards or incentives to reinforce positive behavior change
b) Increasing the frequency of substance use
c) Avoiding any form of positive reinforcement
d) Focusing solely on medication management
Answer: a) Using rewards or incentives to reinforce positive behavior change

Which of the following is a common psychological symptom of addiction?
a) Anxiety
b) Insomnia
c) Depression
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

What is “motivational enhancement therapy”?
a) A technique focused on increasing an individual’s motivation to change addictive behaviors
b) A type of medication used for addiction treatment
c) A form of psychoanalysis
d) A method for managing withdrawal symptoms
Answer: a) A technique focused on increasing an individual’s motivation to change addictive behaviors

What is “opiate antagonist therapy”?
a) The use of medications that block the effects of opiates to prevent relapse
b) The use of medications that increase the effects of opiates
c) A type of cognitive behavioral therapy
d) A technique for managing withdrawal symptoms
Answer: a) The use of medications that block the effects of opiates to prevent relapse

Which term describes the social and personal consequences that result from addiction?
a) Social impact
b) Functional impairment
c) Behavioral consequence
d) Social consequences
Answer: b) Functional impairment

What is “harm reduction” in the context of addiction treatment?
a) A strategy focused on minimizing the negative consequences of substance use rather than requiring complete abstinence
b) A method of increasing substance use to build tolerance
c) A type of detoxification
d) A form of cognitive restructuring
Answer: a) A strategy focused on minimizing the negative consequences of substance use rather than requiring complete abstinence

Which of the following is NOT a common method for assessing addiction?
a) Self-report questionnaires
b) Neuroimaging techniques
c) Physical examinations
d) Blood tests for substance levels
Answer: c) Physical examinations

What is “family therapy” in addiction treatment?
a) Therapy involving only the individual with addiction
b) Therapy focused on improving family dynamics and support systems to aid in recovery
c) Therapy focused solely on financial aspects of addiction
d) Therapy involving only medication management
Answer: b) Therapy focused on improving family dynamics and support systems to aid in recovery

Which of the following is a common risk factor for addiction?
a) Genetic predisposition
b) Environmental stressors
c) Lack of social support
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

What is “community reinforcement approach”?
a) A therapy focusing on integrating positive reinforcement into the community to support recovery
b) A technique for increasing substance use
c) A method for reducing social interactions
d) A form of medication management
Answer: a) A therapy focusing on integrating positive reinforcement into the community to support recovery

Which term refers to the mental and emotional aspects of addiction treatment, focusing on individual thoughts and feelings?
a) Cognitive therapy
b) Behavioral therapy
c) Pharmacotherapy
d) Psychosocial therapy
Answer: a) Cognitive therapy

What is “treatment adherence”?
a) The act of refusing treatment for addiction
b) The extent to which individuals follow prescribed treatment plans and recommendations
c) The ability to control substance use without treatment
d) The process of increasing substance use
Answer: b) The extent to which individuals follow prescribed treatment plans and recommendations

Which term describes the process of improving social functioning and reducing isolation in addiction recovery?
a) Social reintegration
b) Cognitive restructuring
c) Harm reduction
d) Detoxification
Answer: a) Social reintegration

What is “self-help group” in addiction recovery?
a) A group focused on individual therapy sessions
b) A support group where individuals share experiences and provide mutual support for recovery
c) A type of medication management group
d) A group that focuses solely on physical health issues
Answer: b) A support group where individuals share experiences and provide mutual support for recovery

Which of the following is a common goal of addiction treatment?
a) Achieving and maintaining abstinence
b) Reducing social interactions
c) Increasing substance use
d) Ignoring withdrawal symptoms
Answer: a) Achieving and maintaining abstinence

Which term refers to the process of gradually reducing substance use rather than stopping abruptly?
a) Tapering
b) Detoxification
c) Abstinence
d) Harm reduction
Answer: a) Tapering

What is “co-occurring disorders”?
a) The presence of multiple substance use disorders
b) The simultaneous presence of a substance use disorder and another mental health disorder
c) The gradual reduction of substance use
d) The presence of physical health issues only
Answer: b) The simultaneous presence of a substance use disorder and another mental health disorder