Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Relapse Prevention
Mental Illness
Famous People
Substance Abuse/Dependency
100
What it is called when you have both a Mental Health illness and addiction of any kind.
What is a co-occurring disorder?
100
You develop this to help you from having a relapse and have a plan in place for when you have cravings and triggers to use or notice early warning signs of mental health relapse.
What is relapse prevention plan
100
Additionally, having a ________ puts one at higher risk for developing an addiction.
What is mental illness for five extra points give an example of how mental illness can make someone at greater risk for substance abuse.
100
This actor/comedian who lived in the bay area struggled with addiction and substance abuse. He committed suicide in 2014.
Who is Robin Williams
100
having an _________ puts one at higher risk for worsening mental illness symptoms.
What is addiction for five extra points give an example of how addiction can worsen mental illness symptoms.
200
Self-Medicate.
Why we use drugs and/or alcohol when we have mental health problems?
200
another name for old patterns of use and cues for using
What is triggers for five extra points identify 3 triggers
200
__________ is a psychiatric disorder in which a person experiences a very low or _______ mood. At the same time the person may also experience changes in other areas such as sleep and appetite. _________ differs from normal sadness or “feeling blue” in that it causes severe enough problems to interfere with a person's day-to-day functioning. People's experience with ______ varies. Some people describe it as a total loss of energy or enthusiasm to do anything. Others may describe it as always feeling like something very bad is about to happen.
What is depression/depressed
200
This president had Alzheimer's or dementia.
Who is Ronald Reagan?
200
Substance _______, also known as drug _______, refers to a maladaptive pattern of use of a substance that is not considered dependent
What is abuse for 5 extra points describe how you "abused" substances
300
It can mask what we are really feeling.
Why do we want people to stop using non-prescribed drugs and/or alcohol when they have a co-occurring disorder?
300
A relapse is usually the end result of a whole chain of bad decisions. Some of these decisions may seem harmless at the time, or at least that’s what people tell themselves as they are making them. This is how they trick themselves and set themselves up for relapse -by making a series of bad choices that put them in one of their high-risk situations. One of the best ways to keep themselves from making these bad decisions is through knowing which _________ tell them that they are heading toward relapse. If they know what their _________ are, they can get extra help or make changes to prevent themselves from relapsing.
What is early warning signs For 5 extra points give an example of one of your early warning signs
300
Everyone has ups and downs in mood; happiness, sadness, and anger are normal emotions and are a normal part of everyday life. In contrast, _______ disorder is a medical condition in which people have mood swings that are out of proportion to things going on in their lives. These mood swings affect a person’s thoughts, feelings, physical health, behavior, and functioning.________disorder is not the person’s fault, nor is it the result of a “weak” or unstable personality. It is a treatable medical disorder for which there are specific medications and other therapies that help most people._________ disorder is the medical name for
What is bipolar
300
This author, who wrote books such as Carrie and The Green Mile struggled with alcohol and prescription drug addiction for years.
Who is Stephen King?
300
When an individual persists in use of alcohol or other drugs despite problems related to use of the substance, substance __________ may be diagnosed. Compulsive and repetitive use may result in tolerance to the effect of the drug and withdrawal symptoms when use is reduced or stopped. This, along with Substance abuse are considered Substance Use Disorders
What is dependence
400
Coping skills can help with both __________ prevention and mental health symptoms.
What is relapse
400
A mostly necessary item for daily living that is also one of the biggest triggers for some.
What is money?
400
Everyone experiences feelings of _______ or stress and worry from time to time. _______ is a normal part of life and only becomes a problem when it reaches levels that interfere with people’s daily lives. Chronic _____ can have harmful effects on the body, on emotional health, and on the ability to think clearly. In essence, it is maladaptive and should be treated. This can be helpful and harmful.
What is anxiety
400
The singer songwriter of Piano Man struggled with alcohol abuse for years before entering rehab.
Who is Billy Joel?
400
___________ can refer to any sort of separation, but is most commonly used to describe the group of symptoms that occurs upon the abrupt discontinuation/separation or a decrease in dosage of the intake of medications, recreational drugs, and alcohol. In order to experience the symptoms of ____________, one must have first developed a physical/mental dependence (often referred to as chemical dependency). This happens after consuming one or more of these substances for a certain period of time, which is both dose dependent and varies based upon the drug consumed. For example, prolonged use of an anti-depressant is most likely to cause a much different reaction when discontinued than the repeated use of an opioid, such as heroin. In fact, the route of administration, whether intravenous, intramuscular, oral or otherwise, can also play a role in determining the severity of _________ symptoms. There are different stages of _________ as well. Generally, a person will start to feel worse and worse, hit a plateau, and then the symptoms begin to dissipate. However, ________ from certain drugs (benzodiazepines, alcohol) can be fatal and therefore the abrupt discontinuation of any type of drug is not recommended
What is withdrawal For 5 extra points what are some symptoms you have experienced when withdrawing?
500
People who are experiencing mental health difficulties sometimes _________ with drugs or alcohol. That is, they turn to substances to help them deal with their mental health difficulties. For example, people who experience anxiety may seek refuge in alcohol. People may also use drugs to elevate their mood or use drugs or alcohol to make them feel mellow and relaxed. However, ________ is often ineffective and can lead to other life and mental health issues such as getting into trouble with the law or becoming depressed after repeated use of alcohol to calm one’s nerves.
What is self-medication/medicating
500
You can go to one of these to be with others in recovery. This can help you to remember that you can get through this. Get other people’s names and numbers to call in case of future cravings and urges. Try to get a positive person to be a temporary sponsor, and eventually try to get a long-term sponsor. Develop a positive social network of people to spend time with that don’t use or commit crimes.
What is support groups (AA, NA, CR)
500
The ____________ of co-occurring disorders must blend both substance use and mental health issues, with each applied at appropriate times and situations according to the clients’ needs. Sometimes the attempt to obtain professional help can be bewildering and confusing for people who have co-occurring disorders.
What is treatment for 5 extra points name different types of treatment
500
This actress who is most well known for playing Princess Leia has spoken out about having bipolar disorder and is in recovery from cocaine and prescription drug abuse.
Who is Carrie Fisher?
500
My three greatest coping skills.
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