Definitions
The condition of being physically and mentally dependent on a substance
What is Addiction
This type of communication is considered the most healthy and productive form of communication
Assertive Communication
Times per year you can use a mouth swab for your "UA"
1 time per calendar year
Forgiveness is hard when we hold on to these
Resentments/Grudges
Active ingredient in Marijuana
THC
A gradual using more of the product to achieve the same effect as the first use
Tolerance
Name 3 elements of aggressive non verbal communication
Possible answers: tense body, clenched fists, pointing fingers, confrontational posture.
The first 90 days of treatment
Stabilization
Part of body where addiction occurs
The BRAIN!
Is addiction curable
No, but it is treatable!!
A guide/mentor, fellow recovering addict that volunteers time to help others
Sponsor
The most common non verbal communication
Facial Expressions
How often one must go to group or see their counselor in the first 9 days
Once a week
Second stage of Change
Contemplation
Forgiveness can be difficult for us due to a difficult time overcoming these feelings
Guilt/Shame
Occurs when a person stops using a drug they were dependent on
Withdrawal
3 elements of communication
non verbal (body language), tone of voice, actual words
How often should Benzodiazepines need to be brought in and documented
WEEKLY
Neurotransmitter is associated with addiction
Dopamine
5th stage of change
Maintenance
Withdrawal effects that are the opposite of the drug
Drug Rebound Effect
Percentage of communication which is non-verbal
70%
All prescription meds other than Benzodiazepines should be brought in and documented
MONTHLY
The most commonly consumed psychoactive substance on earth
Caffeine
Acronym for relapse/triggers
H. A. L. T
Hungry
Angry
Lonely
Tired