1. Which of the following is a common characteristic of addictive

behaviors?

a) Impaired control over the behavior

b) Preoccupation with the behavior

c) Continued engagement in the behavior despite negative consequences

d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

Rationale: Addictive behaviors are defined as patterns of behavior that are

compulsive, repetitive, and difficult to stop, even when they cause harm to

oneself or others. They often involve impaired control, preoccupation, and

persistence.

2. What is the difference between substance use disorder and substanceinduced disorder?

a) Substance use disorder is caused by the substance, while substanceinduced disorder is not

b) Substance use disorder involves a pattern of problematic use, while

substance-induced disorder involves a transient reaction to the substance

c) Substance use disorder is a mental disorder, while substance-induced

disorder is a medical condition

d) Substance use disorder is chronic, while substance-induced disorder is

acute

Answer: b) Substance use disorder involves a pattern of problematic use,

while substance-induced disorder involves a transient reaction to the

substance

Rationale: Substance use disorder is a mental disorder that involves a

cluster of cognitive, behavioral, and physiological symptoms indicating

that the individual continues to use the substance despite significant

problems related to its use. Substance-induced disorder is a group of

disorders that are directly caused by the ingestion or exposure to a

substance, such as intoxication, withdrawal, or psychosis.

3. What are some of the risk factors for developing addictive behaviors?

a) Genetic factors

b) Environmental factors

c) Psychological factors

d) All of the above