Stages of Change
The very first stage, where a person doesn’t believe they have a problem.
What is Precontemplation.
Binge drinking is defined as having 2 or more drinks in one sitting.
What is False
This term describes needing more of a drug to get the same effect.
What is tolerance.
Both meth and cocaine can cause this temporary but frightening mental state with paranoia and hallucinations.
What is psychosis?
Long-term risks associated with substance include the development of dependence, increased risk of psychosis, and potential memory loss
Delta 9 THC
“I know using drugs causes problems, but I’m not sure I can quit.”
What is Contemplation.
5 oz. of wine is equal to 12 oz of beer.
What is true. Both equal 1/2 ounce of pure alcohol.
Restlessness, aggressiveness, stomach pain, anxiety and paranoia are all symptoms of what.
What is withdrawl.
What is the immune system.
This substance damages and destroys brain cells that are responsible for learning, memory, and mental functioning.
What is alcohol.
“I’ve been clean for two months and go to meetings three times a week.”
What is Action stage.
People are friendlier when drinking.
What is False. People are more hostile and dangerous.
A group like AA or NA is an example of this type of support.
What is peer support / mutual support?
This medication can reverse an opioid overdose if given in time.
What is naloxone (Narcan)?
The chemical in marijuana that acts on the brain.
What is THC.
A support system often encouraged in the Preparation and Action stages.
What is a Sponsor or Support Group?
Substance abuse is a chronic disease.
What is true.
A drug gets stronger because another drug is in the body.
What is a drug interaction.
A single heavy drinking episode can cause acute bleeding of this organ.
What is the pancreas.
This substance makes dopamine more available in the brain reward center.
What is cocaine and crack cocaine.
The stage when a person is working to maintain sobriety and prevent relapse.
What is the Maintenance stage.
Relapse means treatment didn’t work.
What is False.
This type of treatment uses medications like methadone or buprenorphine.
What is medication-assisted treatment (MAT)?
Both meth and cocaine raise these two vital signs, putting strain on the heart.
What are blood pressure and heart rate?
This substance has a higher level (more than 50 percent) of cancer-causing hydrocarbons than tabacco.
What is marijuana.