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Mr.Thesaxman · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Discuss two research findings about the relationship between stress and drug use.

Question 2

An abortion method that involves chemically inducing premature labor and delivery is a(n):
a. intact dilation and extraction.
b. hysterotomy.
c. abortion drug.
d. intra-amniotic infusion.

sierramartinez · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1) Individuals who are exposed to stress are more likely to abuse drugs or to relapse.
2) High stress was found to predict continued drug use, even after long periods of abstinence.
3) In animals not previously exposed to drug use, stressors increased vulnerability for self-administration of drugs.
4) Among drug-free cocaine users in treatment, exposure to stress was related to significant increases in cravings for cocaine.
5) There is a strong relationship between stress coping resources and the ability to maintain abstinence.

Answer to Question 2

D