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  1. Which treatment approach for opioid use disorder uses a partial agonist that reduces cravings while having a ceiling effect that limits overdose risk?

    Answer: Buprenorphine

    Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist with a ceiling on its respiratory depression effect, making it safer than full agonists while still effectively reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

  2. The term 'codependency' in addiction contexts most accurately refers to:

    Answer: A relationship pattern where one person enables another's addiction while neglecting their own needs

    Codependency describes a dysfunctional relationship pattern where one person becomes excessively focused on managing a loved one's addiction, often at the expense of their own well-being and enabling the substance use to continue.

  3. Which of the following best describes 'motivational enhancement therapy' (MET)?

    Answer: A brief, directive therapy using MI principles to rapidly build motivation for change

    MET is a brief (typically 2-4 sessions) adaptation of Motivational Interviewing designed to rapidly build intrinsic motivation and commitment to change, originally tested in Project MATCH.

  4. In the NAADAC Code of Ethics, the principle of 'non-maleficence' means that counselors must:

    Answer: Avoid actions that cause harm to clients

    Non-maleficence — 'do no harm' — requires counselors to avoid actions, interventions, or behaviors that could harm clients, even when well-intentioned.

  5. Which of the following substances produces withdrawal symptoms that can be directly life-threatening without medical management?

    Answer: Alcohol

    Alcohol withdrawal can cause seizures, delirium tremens, and death, making it one of the few substance withdrawals that require medical supervision; opioid withdrawal is extremely uncomfortable but rarely directly fatal in healthy adults.

  6. The 'abstinence violation effect' (AVE) in relapse prevention refers to:

    Answer: Feelings of guilt and failure after a lapse that lead to full relapse

    The AVE, described by Marlatt and Gordon, refers to the cognitive-emotional response to a lapse — feelings of guilt, shame, and 'I've already blown it' thinking — that can turn a brief slip into a full relapse.

  7. Which professional organization specifically certifies Master Addiction Counselors (MAC) in the United States?

    Answer: NAADAC (National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors)

    NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals, administers the MAC (Master Addiction Counselor) credential, which is a national certification for advanced-level addiction counselors.