Alcohol
What drug is found in beer, wine, and liquor that causes intoxication?
beer, wine, and liquor that causes intoxication?Alcohol (ethanol)
What is the main psychoactive chemical in marijuana?
THC
What medication can reverse an opioid overdose?
Naloxone (Narcan)
Name one person you could contact if you were struggling with a craving or difficult emotion.
Sponsor, counselor, friend, family member, peer support, etc.
Myth or Fact: Addiction can affect people from any background.
Fact
*Addiction affects people regardless of age, race, income, or education.*
True or False: Coffee can sober someone up after drinking.
False
True or False: Marijuana can affect memory and concentration.
True
Name one common sign of an opioid overdose.
Slow/stopped breathing, unconsciousness, blue lips, pinpoint pupils, etc.
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
*These common states can increase vulnerability to cravings and impulsive decisions.*
Myth or Fact: Trauma can increase a person's risk for substance use problems.
Fact
*Many people use substances to cope with emotional pain, stress, or traumatic experiences. *
What organ is most responsible for breaking down alcohol in the body?
The liver
Approximately how much THC may provide pain relief for some people without requiring very high doses?
About 2.5–10 mg THC
You hear someone say, "It's safe because it's a prescription pill." Why might that statement be risky today?
Counterfeit pills may contain fentanyl.
Name three healthy coping skills that can help someone manage stress, cravings, or difficult emotions.
Deep breathing, Taking a walk, Calling a supportive friend, Listening to music, Journaling, Attending a recovery meeting, Exercising, Meditation/mindfulness, Drawing or other creative activities, Talking with a counselor, Spending time outdoors, Practicing gratitude
Myth or Fact: People with addiction simply need more willpower.
Myth
*Addiction affects brain circuits involved in reward, motivation, and self-control. Recovery often requires support, skills, and treatment. *
What is the term for consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time?
Binge drinking
What is one risk associated with using high-potency marijuana products?
Increased anxiety, paranoia, psychosis risk, or impaired judgment
Why is a person at increased risk of overdose after a period of abstinence, incarceration, treatment, or detoxification?
Their tolerance has decreased.
What is the difference between a trigger and a craving?
A trigger starts the urge; a craving is the urge itself.
Myth or Fact: Relapse means treatment has failed.
Myth
*Relapse can be a learning opportunity that helps identify triggers, strengthen coping skills, and improve recovery planning. *
Name two signs of alcohol poisoning.
alcohol poisoning.Slow/unconscious breathing, vomiting while unconscious, inability to wake up, blue/pale skin, seizures, etc.
Myth or Fact: Because marijuana is natural, it cannot be addictive.
Myth — marijuana can be addictive because THC affects the brain’s reward system, which can lead to tolerance, cravings, and withdrawal symptoms with regular use.
Your friend appears to be overdosing. They are unresponsive and breathing very slowly. What are the first three actions you should take?
True or False: A coping skill is only considered effective if it completely eliminates uncomfortable emotions.
False
*Effective coping skills often help us manage emotions safely, not erase them completely. Recovery is learning to respond differently, even when discomfort is still present.*
Myth or Fact: If a substance helps someone feel less depressed, anxious, or traumatized in the moment, it is effectively treating the underlying problem.
Myth
*A substance may temporarily reduce distress, but relief is not the same as healing. Long-term recovery often involves learning coping skills, building support, processing experiences, and addressing underlying mental health needs. *