NUMBERS
What is the Legal BAC Level?
0.08%
What substance that has the quickest effect on an individual?
Nicotine
The part of the body where dependency of substances occurs
Brain
What are peers or Sponsors?
These individuals can provide encouragement and accountability in recovery
What is a Boundary?
What is the age people can purchase Tobacco/ Nicotine products, and Alcohol?
21
What are some reasons individuals engage in substance usage?
Peer pressure, escapism, “because it’s fun,” curiosity, or rebellion, self-medication. Boredom, ignorance of the risks, fear of rejection, depression, recklessness.
Genetics, biology, environment, relationships, availability (ACES)
What does substances mean to you?
What does recovery mean/look like?
A team effort that is not linear
Saying:
"No", "I'm good", "No, thank you"
Using:
"I statement ", Humor, Concerns, Excuses
Being:
Honest, Confrontational
What are some ways to be assertive?
The average age people start engaging in substances
11/12
What is Substance Abuse?
Engaging in substance usage to the point that it alters a person's judgement and decision making, leading to dangerous behaviors and poor decision making.
What is Dopamine?
Brain chemical that causes humans to be curious, euphoric, excited, and contributes to feeling pleasure.
Bonus: Dopamine is just one of these types of chemical messengers that facilitates communication between neurons, the brain and the nervous system
What is Twin County Recovery Services?
A local not-for-profit agency whose mission is assisting anyone who is currently in recovery, anyone who is ready to start recovery, or assisting a family member or loved one who is helping an individual engaging in substances.
The age a person's brain is fully developed
25
What does being dependent on substances mean and/or look like?
A person who cannot complete daily tasks without the aid of substance engagement.
Some people in recovery need help with past difficult life events, distressing experiences, and memories often referred to as a history of
What is Trauma?
What is the Family Navigator? What do they do?
A person who helps individuals with addictions and their families understand the progression of addiction, navigate insurance and treatment systems, and find recovery supports.
Also known as Bryan, or Mr. Z.
What age do you have to be in order to purchase illicit substances?
Never
What are some of the effects substance use has on an individual?
Increased Anxiety & Depression
Decrease in School/Academics
Increase in referrals or suspensions
Fighting
Lack of Sleep
Memory Loss
Increased Stress
What are common barriers for receiving assistance for recovery?
Stigma, financial status, insurance, transportation, demographics
Receive Referrals
Meet with students 1x/week 35-45mins during their electives, free periods
Create service plans that outline the goals students will work towards
Identify coping mechanisms they currently utilize and ones they can adapt
What does the Prevention Counselor do at school?