Drugs and such
Which drug had the highest number of users globally in 2023?
Cannabis—with around 244 million users.
What percentage of the world’s population aged 15–64 used illicit drugs
About 5.5%—that equals roughly 271 million people.
Which actor famously wrote “If you’re going to do this [recovery], do it now.” in reference to his sobriety?
Robert Downey Jr. gave that advice on hitting “rock bottom” and beginning recovery.
What neurotransmitter plays a central role in the brain’s reward system and is released in large amounts during drug use?
Dopamine
I tend to not accept compliments, gifts, or praise and often downplay my accomplishments…
What cognitive distortion do I tend to have?
Rejecting the positive
What was notable about cocaine in 2023?
Cocaine became the fastest-growing illicit drug, with global production reaching 3,708 tons and 25 million users.
How many people globally used drugs in 2021
Approximately 296 million people, up 23% from a decade earlier
Elton John sponsors people in AA, his most famous sponsee could be this rapper
Who is EMINEM
True or False: The brain can recover and rebuild damaged neural pathways after addiction with sustained sobriety.
True-
neuroplasticity allows the brain to heal over time.
If I make one mistake, I feel like I’m a total failure and nothing I do is good enough…
What cognitive distortion am I struggling with?
All-or-nothing thinking (black-and-white thinking)
What percent of New Hampshire adults binge drink at least once a month?
About 18.3%.
What is the one of the first developed countries to decriminalize small amounts of all drugs in 2001?
Portugal
This club is known for claiming many high-profile celebrities' lives through overdoses or other means
The 27 Club
What is one intentional practice that can help individuals shift their mindset from negativity toward positivity, as discussed in the “Getting Stuck in the Negatives” talk?
Gratitude Journaling
I often assume people are mad at me, even if they haven’t said anything, and I jump to conclusions without facts…
What cognitive distortion do I likely engage in?
Assuming
What is the most lethal combination of substances (3 total)
Opioids + Benzodiazepines + Alcohol
What US state recently tried this and F$&*KED it all up?
Oregon, Measure 110
What industry in the entertainment world has the highest rate of addiction?
Music- about 60%
True or False: All addictive substances affect the same brain reward pathways regardless of their specific effects.
True — while they act differently, most addictive drugs increase dopamine activity in the reward circuitry.
When something goes wrong, I automatically assume the worst-case scenario and that it’s all going to fall apart…
What cognitive distortion is that?
Catastrophizing
These are the two substances in which the withdrawal from them can be lethal
What are Benzodiazapenes and alcohol
In what country is Methadone prescriptions for opioid use disorder extremely regulated and must be administered through federally licensed Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs), not via pharmacies or primary care—unlike other countries where it is considered like any other prescription
'Merica
You are the lead singer of a wicked awesome band.....whats that band called???
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What is the psychological term for the human tendency to focus on what goes wrong more than what goes right?
Negativity bias.
If someone cancels plans or doesn’t text back, I think it’s because I’m unimportant or unlikeable…
What cognitive distortion is showing up here?
Personalization