Addiction
What makes drug use so addictive?
Over stimulation of the "reward circuit"
A neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward, often implicated in the brain's reward pathway and addiction.
Dopamine
The Three Stages of Relapse
Emotional, Mental, & Physical
This singer and actress admitted that she came from a family of drug users. She used until she had to have vocal surgery, which drove her to her sobriety.
Who is Miley Cyrus
This staff member recently completed her bachelor's degree at central Washington University and is moving on to get her Master's degree. She's funny, passionate about protein and loves to make those gains.
What are the four stages of addiction?
1. Experimentation
2. Social/Regular Use
3. Problematic/Risky Use
4. Addiction/Chemical dependency
These are the three pasts of the cycle of addiction.
(Hint: Not the Relapse Cycle!)
1)binge intoxication
2)withdrawal/negative affect
3)preoccupation/anticipation
True or False: Relapse prevention involves focusing on the early stages when it's still easier to do something
True
The first toy ever marketed on TV
Mr. Potato Head
This staff member has been in the game for a long time. Loves long walks, magic, and anything to do with David Lynch.
It's Marshall!
True or False: Little above 17% of those with drug addiction get help
False. Less than 11% get help
In this way of thinking, Our thinking doesn't make sense, even when we try to convince ourselves otherwise.
Irrational thinking
Give me an example :)
True or False:The key to relapse prevention is to understand that it happens gradually
True
A____ is always necessary for an individual to take control of their future sobriety and avoid future relapse.
Relapse Prevention Plan
This staff member has go to catch phrases like "Alright", "It's Baker Creek, Not Baker Sleep", and "Heeeeeeeeeeey!". She has a heart of gold and will whip you into shape.
It's Chelsy!
Behavior that supports or allows an addicted individual to continue their addictive patterns by minimizing consequences or facilitating access to the substance or behavior.
Enabling
In this thinking pattern, we think we're very different or special, and that the destructive nature of addiction doesn't apply to us. We want to make our addiction seem attractive and exciting and take pride in our drug history.
Unique person stance
In order to create new ___ ____. You may need to find new ways to celebrate, have fun, new plans for how to spend your evenings, etc.
Healthy Routine
This is the only food that can last 3000 years
Honey
This staff member loves trivia, EDM, and their beloved pup. Takis are a weakness, and they share a name with a superstar.
It's Taylor!
______, _____,_____ are some barriers to getting treatment for addiction.
There are several answers to this questions.
What is lack of support, financial stress, mental health symptoms, judgement from those around you, fear and homelessness
When they say addiction does not have a cure but it's a treatable illness, what do they mean?
There is no current cure for addiction, but it can be treated and kept in remission.
Name the 5 key things in a relapse prevention plan.
1. Take time for self-assessment and reflection
2. Recognize triggers and warning signs
3. Plan for the worst
4. Involve others
5. Set goals for a healthy lifestyle
Eminem's sponsor is ________.
Elton John
This staff member has been in the game for a long time. They're a true Macgyver with a penchant for swearing in the most loving of ways. Just don't cross them. I'm pretty sure they could fight a bear and win.
It's Kelly!