Identify and explain the three steps in the process ofaddiction.
How is the term drug defined in this chapter? What arepsychoactive drugs? How do medicines differ from drugs?
Differentiate among drug misuse, drug abuse, and drugdependence.
List the six general categories of drugs. For each category,give several examples of drugs, and explain the effects they wouldhave on the user. What are designer drugs?
Identify and explain the various factors that influence theabsorption of alcohol. Why is it important to be aware of thesefactors?
