Drugs and the Brain
What is the "feel good" chemical in the brain.
Dopamine
The most common adverse side effects of marijuanna use is psychosis and ___.
anxiety/panic attacks
Is there a cure for addiction?
No
Name the 3 stages
Early (acute), crucial, chronic
Which substance is most commonly cited with the highest potential for fatal withdrawal symptoms?
The substance most commonly cited with the highest potential for fatal withdrawal complications is alcohol, due to the risk of delirium tremens
This commonly prescribed medication for ADHD increases dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain to improve focus
Adderall
In the film "High on Alcohol" we learned that alcohol does what to the liver?
Scars it
What is the definition of chemical dependency?
We develop a craving for a substance in order to “feel” good (normal)
Or
To keep from “feeling” some discomfort
Name 3 symptoms included in the chronic stage.
First Binge – Black outs extended, Deterioration of values, Not being able to concentrate, Decreased tolerance, Sense of pending doom, Tremors- Withdrawal, vague spiritual desires, severe depression/hopelessness, suicidal thoughts, self hatred, physical (cirrhosis-heart issues- cancer).
What does it mean to be a dry drunk?
somebody recovering from alcoholism who has successfully abstained from drinking for a period of time but still displays the same dysfunctional behaviors they had when they were using
Which 3 parts of the brain are most effected by drug use?
Basal ganglia, amygdala, prefrontal cortex.
Alcohol inhibits the body's ability to ___.
repair/heal
Lasts a lifetime
All three stages are considered what?
Unpredictable
Nicknamed molly or ecstacy this drug causes a rush of serotonin and is popular in club scenes
MDMA
Chronic use of this drug class, often used for pain relief, can lead to changes in brain regions related to emotion reward and decision making.
Opioids
Name 3 different ways methamphetamine use negatively effects the body.
Tremor (shakiness), Weakness, Dry mouth, Weight loss and malnutrition, Increased sweating, Oily skin Sores, Headaches, Severe problems with teeth and gums, decreased blood flow to the mouth, Seizures, Irregular heartbeat, “Tweaking,”
Addiction is a primary disease, what does this mean?
It has 2 sets of symptoms, behavioral and phsyical
Family concerns belong in what stage?
Crucial
What is GHB commonly known as?
The date rape drug
A lack of Vitamin B1 can cause _____ syndrome in alcoholics?
Wernicke-Korsakoff (wet brain)
What is pancreatitis?
inflammation of the pancreas?
name 3 behavioral symptoms and 3 physical symptoms of addiction
Behavioral- dishonesty, stealing, loss of job, family issues, legal issues, violence
Physical- malnutrition, physical neglect, memory loss, inability to concentrate, cirrhosis, heart disease.
Name 3 symptoms in the early/acute stage?
INCREASE IN TOLERANCE (TAKE MORE), FIRST BLACK OUT (ALL CHEMICALS: INCREASED BLACKOUTS), SNEAKING AND HIDING (PRETENDING, LYING), PREOCCUPATION(DREAMING, PLANNING, REMINICISING), HURRIED USE (GULPING- CHUGGING-SNORTING- IV)
What is the most common substance use disorder in America
Alcohol use disorder