Substance Use Disorder
What does SUD stand for?
Substance Use Disorder
How many stages are there?
4 stages
What is Natural Recovery?
This involves an individual taking their remission and Recovery process into their own hands. In general, this is a more viable option for those in the early stages of drug or alcohol dependence.
what is my organizations name?
Rise Recovery
Can you Cure SUD?
No, SUD is treatable but not curable.
what are the stages of SUD?
1. Experimentation/ Learning
2. Regular use
3. Problem or risky use
4. Dependency
what a Support Groups?
Also called self-help groups, these are small, community-oriented groups where those struggling with addiction meet to provide support to each other under the guidance of an overarching framework. Examples include Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous.
why is it important to Talk about SUD?
Addiction impacts society as a whole
It can affect people we love and care about
It can affect people we live with
It can happen to anyone
What can cause SUD?
Genetics, Family History, Trauma, or use.
stages 1 or 2
what is Medication-assisted Recovery and what does it partner with?
Those in the middle or later stages of addiction often find relief in the combination of behavioral therapies and counseling alongside medication.
Is weed addictive?
According to the National Institute on Drug Addiction (NIDA): “Yes. Contrary to common belief, marijuana is addictive
what is the cucumber to Pickle Scenario?
you can go from a cucumber to a pickle but not the reverse. (Not curable)
How easy is it to stop using at each stage?
1. easy
2. moderate
3. difficult
4. cannot do it on their own.
what different pathways does rise Recovery support andd what pathways do we provide?
Rise Recovery supports all pathways to recovery; and provides support groups and Peer Recovery Support.
what does Rise Recovery do?
Our mission it to help teens, young adults and families overcome the effects of drugs and alcohol and partner with the community in education and Prevention.
what is the main aspect of the SUD definition in the DSM-5?
Symptoms caused by using a substance that an individual continues to use despite it having negative effects.
how much time has to pass in order to move to the next stage?
none, not everyone moves through the stages at the same rate, and not everyone will experience all stages.
what are some alternative and holistic recovery Methods?
Alternative methods complement traditional Recovery treatments with the aim of bringing holistic healing to the mind, body and spirit. Examples could include yoga and mindfulness meditation.
If i have questions, what is Rise Recovery's website, phone number, and email.