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Psychopharmacology 3e Chapter 13 Outline
Nicotine and Caffeine
Nicotine
Background and History
Basic Pharmacology of Nicotine and Its Relationship to Smoking
Features of tobacco smoking and nicotine pharmacokinetics
Features of e-cigarette vaping and nicotine pharmacokinetics
Nicotine metabolism
Mechanisms of Action
Behavioral and Physiological Effects
Nicotine elicits different mood changes in smokers compared with nonsmokers
Nicotine enhances cognitive function
Nicotine exerts both reinforcing and aversive effects
Nicotine produces a wide range of physiological effects
Nicotine is a toxic substance that can be fatal at high doses
Chronic exposure to nicotine induces tolerance and dependence
Cigarette Smoking and Vaping
What percentage of the population are current users of tobacco and/or e-cigarettes?
Nicotine users progress through a series of stages in their pattern and frequency of use
Box 13.1 The Cutting Edge
How Safe Are E-cigarettes?
Why do smokers smoke and vapers vape?
Smoking is a major health hazard and a cause of premature death
Behavioral and pharmacological strategies are used to treat tobacco dependence
Caffeine
Background
Basic Pharmacology of Caffeine
Behavioral and Physiological Effects
Acute subjective and behavioral effects of caffeine depend on dose and prior exposure
Caffeine consumption can enhance sports performance
Regular caffeine use leads to tolerance and dependence
Caffeine and caffeine-containing beverages pose health risks but also exert therapeutic benefits
Mechanisms of Action
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