Week 3 Discussion: Short- and Long-Term Dangers of Substances

Addiction may look different in different individuals. There are certain hallmarks of addiction, including tolerance and withdrawal, which have been established for recognizing when an individual crosses over from use, to abuse, to addiction. A distinct relationship exists between the hallmarks of addiction and the physiological effects of addictive substances.

In this Discussion, you will examine these hallmarks and the physiological effects of addictive substances as you provide an example that demonstrates their relationship.

To prepare for this Discussion:

Review Foundations of Addictions Counseling, Chapter 2, Substance Addictions.
Review the report, Drugs, Brains, and Behavior: The Science of Addiction.
Review the article Neurobiology of Alcohol Dependence,
Review the document titled, Physiological Effects of Addictive Substances.
By Day 4

Post your response to the following:

What is the relationship between hallmarks of addiction and physiological effects of addictive substances? Provide an example that best describes this relationship and explain why. Provide at least one citation to support your example.

Note: The confidentiality of the Discussion cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, please do not include identifying details of actual individuals or organizations in your responses.

Be specific and use the weeks Learning Resources in your response.

By Day 6

Respond to at least two colleague:

Offer another perspective based on your perspective on the hallmarks of addiction.
Confirm or expand on someone elses post using specific examples or insights.