The Science of Addiction
This neurotransmitter is most associated with the brain’s reward pathway.
What is dopamine
This 2004 teen comedy introduced the world to “On Wednesdays we wear pink.”
What is Mean Girls
HALT is a relapse‑prevention acronym. Name one of the four words.
What is hungry, angry, lonely, or tired
This pop star’s 2007 album Blackout is considered one of her most influential.
Who is Britney Spears
This type of sleep cycle is essential for emotional regulation and memory consolidation.
What is REM sleep
This part of the brain, responsible for decision‑making and impulse control, is often impaired during active addiction.
What is the prefrontal cortex
This film series, beginning in 2001, starred Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins.
What is The Lord of the Rings
This grounding technique uses the senses to reduce anxiety (5‑4‑3‑2‑1).
What is the five senses grounding exercise
This band’s 2004 hit “Mr. Brightside” became one of the most streamed songs of the 2000s era.
Who are The Killers
A social support group founded in 1935 that uses a 12‑step model.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous
The phenomenon where more of a substance is needed to achieve the same effect.
What is tolerance
This 2008 superhero film is often credited with redefining the genre and features Heath Ledger’s Oscar‑winning performance.
What is The Dark Knight
A cognitive‑behavioral term for unhelpful thinking patterns like catastrophizing or black‑and‑white thinking.
What are cognitive distortions
Beyoncé released this debut solo album in 2003, featuring “Crazy in Love.”
What is Dangerously in Love
This term describes activities that replenish emotional, physical, or spiritual energy.
What is self‑care
This term describes the brain’s ability to change and rewire itself during recovery.
What is neuroplasticity
This 2006 musical drama starring Beyoncé and Jennifer Hudson was inspired by the story of The Supremes.
What is Dreamgirls
The stage of change where a person is aware of the problem but not yet committed to action.
What is contemplation
This rapper’s 2004 album The College Dropout marked his debut and reshaped hip‑hop production.
Who is Kanye West
Chronic stress increases levels of this hormone, which can trigger cravings.
What is cortisol
The stress‑response system involving the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands.
What is the HPA axis
This 2000s director became known for “mind‑bending” films like Memento (2000) and Inception (2010).
Who is Christopher Nolan
A DBT skill that teaches individuals to tolerate distress without making the situation worse.
What is distress tolerance
This 2000s singer‑songwriter became known for her confessional style and won five Grammys for her album Back to Black
Who is Amy Winehouse
This evidence‑based practice involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
What is mindfulness