Stages of Change
What are the 5 stages of change?
Precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.
The brain finishes developing once you reach this age.
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What does PAWS stand for?
Post Acute Withdrawl Syndome
A person, place, thing or event that can result in psychological and then physical relapse.
What is a Trigger?
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What is precontemplation?
The person is not thinking seriously about change yet.
What is a co-occurring disorder or dual diagnosis?
When you have both a Mental Health illness and addiction of any kind.
What are physical symptoms of PAWS?
fatigue, sleep problems, headaches, low energy
What is the most commonly used drug in the USA?
Alcohol
The actress who plays parent trap.
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What is contemplation?
The individual is experiencing ambivalence about change. They can see reasons to change their behavior, but they are still hesitant.
Known as the brain’s “feel-good” chemical, this neurotransmitter spikes during drug use and reinforces addictive behaviors.
What is dopamine?
What are emotional symptoms of PAWS?
mood swings, anxiety, irritability, depression, easily overwhelmed
It's a free support group for people who want to stop drinking
AA
This actor/comedian who lived in the bay area struggled with addiction and substance abuse. He committed suicide in 2014.
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What is preparation?
The individual has decided to change their behavior, and they begin to think about how to do so. They will begin to make minor changes to support their goal, but they might not have completely ended the unwanted behavior.
This drug stimulates receptors and produce a high, but reduce withdrawal symptoms for those with an opioid addiction
methadone
When can PAWS begin and how long can it last?
It can start a few weeks after stopping substances and may last for several months or years
It's a free support group for people who want to stop using substances other than alcohol
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What is action?
The person is taking concrete steps (going to treatment, staying sober, using coping skills).
This brain region is responsible for decision-making and impulse control, and becomes less active with chronic substance use.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
4 ways to manage PAWS
Therapy, Knowing your triggers, Nutrition, Exercise, Self Care, Spirituality
Powerful addictive drug made from coca plant
Cocaine
The actor who plays Soda Pop in The Outsiders.
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