Question

question # 8
multiple choice
the study of ____ researches the frequency and kinds of substance abuse among adolescents as well as adults.
pharmacokinetic
epidemiology
toxicology
pharmacology

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Pharmacokinetic: Studies drug absorption, distribution, etc., not substance abuse frequency.
• Epidemiology: Studies disease/factor (like substance abuse) frequency in populations, matching the question.
• Toxicology: Studies harmful effects of substances, not frequency of abuse.
• Pharmacology: Studies drug action, not abuse frequency.

Answer:

B. epidemiology