HUMAN BIOLOGY
16th Edition
ISBN: 9781260233032
Author: Mader
Publisher: RENT MCG
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 14.5, Problem 2CYP
List how the abuse of drugs, including alcohol and nicotine, affects the nervous system.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
If no one treatment for alcohol or other drug use disorders has been found to be effective for everyone, do the available formal treatments for these disorders have any value?
Psychoactive drugs work by, EXCEPT:
blocking receptors (antagonists)
blocking reuptake (antagonists)
blocking enzymatic degradation of neurotransmitters
blocking the impulsivity to take drugs
There are many different ways to approach and treat mental health disorders including psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, or a combination of both. Here, you will discuss what your thoughts are on psychopharmacology, do you think it’s being used excessively or appropriately? How might culture affect the use of drugs to reduce symptoms brought by mental illness and describe mention both pros and cons.
Chapter 14 Solutions
HUMAN BIOLOGY
Ch. 14.1 - 1.Distinguish between the central nervous system...Ch. 14.1 - Prob. 2LOCh. 14.1 - Prob. 3LOCh. 14.1 - Prob. 4LOCh. 14.1 - What is the likely reason neurons cannot simply be...Ch. 14.1 - Prob. 2BTSCh. 14.1 - Prob. 1CYPCh. 14.1 - Describe how a nerve impulse is propagated.Ch. 14.1 - Summarize how a nerve impulse is transmitted from...Ch. 14.2 - Prob. 1LO
Ch. 14.2 - Prob. 2LOCh. 14.2 - Prob. 3LOCh. 14.2 - Prob. 4LOCh. 14.2 - Prob. 1CYPCh. 14.2 - Prob. 2CYPCh. 14.2 - Prob. 3CYPCh. 14.3 - Prob. 1LOCh. 14.3 - Prob. 2LOCh. 14.3 - Prob. 3LOCh. 14.3 - Prob. 1CYPCh. 14.3 - Prob. 2CYPCh. 14.3 - Prob. 3CYPCh. 14.4 - Prob. 1LOCh. 14.4 - Prob. 2LOCh. 14.4 - Prob. 3LOCh. 14.4 - Prob. 1CYPCh. 14.4 - Prob. 2CYPCh. 14.4 - Prob. 3CYPCh. 14.5 - Prob. 1LOCh. 14.5 - Prob. 2LOCh. 14.5 - Prob. 3LOCh. 14.5 - Prob. 1CYPCh. 14.5 - List how the abuse of drugs, including alcohol and...Ch. 14.5 - Prob. 3CYPCh. 14 - Prob. 1ACh. 14 - Prob. 2ACh. 14 - Prob. 3ACh. 14 - Prob. 4ACh. 14 - Repolarization of an axon during an action...Ch. 14 - Prob. 6ACh. 14 - Which of the following cerebral areas is not...Ch. 14 - Prob. 8ACh. 14 - Prob. 9ACh. 14 - Prob. 10ACh. 14 - Prob. 11ACh. 14 - Prob. 12ACh. 14 - Prob. 13ACh. 14 - Prob. 14ACh. 14 - Prob. 15ACh. 14 - Prob. 16ACh. 14 - Prob. 1TCCh. 14 - Prob. 2TCCh. 14 - Why would you expect the motor skills of a child...
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Distinguish between physical dependence and psychological dependence upon drugs.arrow_forwarddefine the following: Mental disorder: Neurotransmitters: Addiction: Physiological dependence: Psychotic disorders: Psychotherapy:arrow_forwardWhy is alcohol perceived as acceptable for social use as well as for relieving stress and anxiety? Why do many people often forget alcohol’s harmful consequences?arrow_forward
- discuss the relationships between the terms addiction, physical dependence, psychological dependence and withdrawal.arrow_forwardDifferent psychoactive substances can produce different kinds of effects, but in general psychoactive substances affect the brain by: altering the activity of neurotransmitters at the synapse. altering the effectiveness of astrocytes and other glial cells. reducing activity in the cortex and increasing activity in the brainstem. all of these optionsarrow_forwardWhich of the following associations is NOT correct? amphetamines-narcolepsy methamphetamine-ADHD opioids-pain benzodiazepines-anxietyarrow_forward
- Why do opiate drugs provide pain relief?arrow_forwardHow does going to the doctor to receive a medical diagnosis for, let’s say, a broken arm or for diabetes differ from a diagnosis for depression or bipolar disorder from a psychiatrist?arrow_forwardDescribe how depression affects neurotransmittersarrow_forward
- What is an opinion of the use of marijuana as a recreational drug? Do we already have enough choices for recreational use with alcohol and nicotine? Should marijuana be legalized only for medical use?arrow_forwardHow might drugs affect a person's ability to avoid injury?arrow_forwardClassify illicit drugs as to whether they have a depressant,stimulant, or psychoactive effect on the body.arrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Co...BiologyISBN:9781305251052Author:Michael CummingsPublisher:Cengage Learning
Essentials of Pharmacology for Health ProfessionsNursingISBN:9781305441620Author:WOODROWPublisher:Cengage
Biology (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781337392938Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. BergPublisher:Cengage Learning- Health Safety And Nutrition F/Young ChildHealth & NutritionISBN:9781305144767Author:MAROTZPublisher:Cengage
Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Co...
Biology
ISBN:9781305251052
Author:Michael Cummings
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions
Nursing
ISBN:9781305441620
Author:WOODROW
Publisher:Cengage
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Health Safety And Nutrition F/Young Child
Health & Nutrition
ISBN:9781305144767
Author:MAROTZ
Publisher:Cengage
Information Storage and the Brain: Learning and Memory; Author: Professor Dave Explains;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQDiUKwXLVI;License: Standard youtube license