Substance Use Basics
The term that describes repeated use of a substance despite negative consequences
The coping strategy that involves talking through problems with someone you trust
Seeking social support (Therapist, loved one, A person you trust)
This common college-related factor increases stress and risk of substance use
What is academic stress?
This coping behavior involves putting off responsibilities to avoid stress, often making the problem worse.
What is procrastination?
This type of event is commonly associated with increased alcohol use in college settings
What are parties or social gatherings?
The type of drug slows down brain activity and body functions
What are depressants?
This coping mechanism includes activities like running or lifting weights
What is working out?
These mental health condition is often linked with higher substance use risk
What is Anxiety and Depression?
A student stops responding to friends and isolates themselves during stress.
What is social isolation?
This type of drinking pattern involves consuming multiple drinks in a short period.
What is binge drinking?
The symptoms experienced when stopping a substance after regular use
What are withdrawals?
This coping method involves creative expression
What is seeking a creative outlet? (Art, Music, Writing)
Lack of this skill can increase reliance on substances to cope
What is a healthy coping mechanism?
This coping pattern includes overworking or overcommitting to avoid dealing with emotions.
What is workaholicism?
This factor believes that substance use is necessary for social belonging
What is peer pressure?
This neurotransmitter is heavily involved in the brain’s reward pathway and is commonly linked to reinforcing substance use.
What is dopamine?
This method focuses on calming the mind and body through breathing and deep stretches
What is Yoga?
A lack of strong social connections increases vulnerability to substance use
What is avoidance?
This behavior involves constantly distracting yourself so you don’t have to think about problems.
What is escapism?
A student drinks to reduce anxiety before presentations. What is this an example of?
What is a maladaptive coping habit?
The term for using more than one substance at the same time?
What is polysubstance abuse?
This coping strategy involves identifying and changing negative thought patterns
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
This risk factor involves using substances to cope with unresolved emotional distress
What is Self-Medication?
This behavior involves taking out stress or frustration on others.
What is aggression?
This term describes stress from balancing academics, work, and personal life
What is Role Strain?