Craving
What is the term for a strong desire to use a substance, even when not physically dependent on it?
Craving
What word describes the overwhelming urge to use a substance, even if you don’t want to?
Compulsion
What is one consequence of overeating sugar?
Developing Diabetes
Loss of control is a sign of what?
Addiction
What does "addiction" mean in simple terms?
A chronic disorder involving compulsive substance use despite harmful consequences
Name one physical or emotional trigger that could cause a craving.
Stress, social situations, or past trauma
True or False: Compulsion can sometimes happen without physical dependence.
True
True or False: Consequences are only physical in addiction.
False: Psychological addiction occurs when you don't have a physical need but rather a mental desire.
True or False: People with addiction can control when they use a substance easily. Like that new Little Debbie snack that just came out...
False
Name the neurotransmitter most associated with addiction and the brain's reward system.
Dopamine
True or False: Cravings are a sign of physical dependence only.
False: Cravings can also be psychological...Dopamine is known as the "feel-good" hormone in the brain because it's released when you do something enjoyable or beneficial, creating a sense of pleasure and motivation.
What part of the brain is linked to the compulsive need eat sweets?
The reward system, particularly the dopamine system
What physical consequences can arise from sugar addiction?
Weight gain, high blood sugar
How does loss of control affect decision-making in addiction?
It leads to irrational decisions, prioritizing sugar use over healthy foods
True or False: Addiction is only a choice, not a disease.
False, it is considered a disease
Cravings can lead to what cycle in addiction?
The cycle of relapse
Give one example of compulsive behavior besides sugar use.
Gambling, excessive shopping, or compulsive eating
Being mindful of your sugar intake and limiting it will reduce your risk of what?
Weight Gain
What is one sign that a person is losing control over what they eat?
Inability to cut down, using more than intended, or stealing candy of staff desk... Mmmm Hmm
A diet high in sugar can cause what at night before you go to bed?
Restlessness, tossing and turning, disrupt sleep...
Name two ways to manage sugar cravings effectively.
Mindfulness, therapy, distraction techniques, or support groups
What is a common compulsion people experience in addiction, even when it causes negative effects in their life?
Using the substance despite negative consequences
When you eat sugary foods, your blood sugar spikes... This can cause inflammation and secretion of an oily substance in your skin causing what?
Acne breakouts
True or False: Regaining control is impossible once someone has an addiction.
False, with treatment and proper diet, control can be regained
A natural reaction to reach for more sugar to get that energetic feeling back is called what?
Addiction