Brain Basics
What part of the brain helps you make decisions?
Prefrontal Cortex
Every choice has a __________.
Consequence
HALT stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and ______.
Tired
Peer pressure means what?
Feeling pushed to do something by others
Drugs change how your brain __________.
Works
What chemical in the brain makes you feel pleasure?
Dopamine
Missing court could result in what?
Sanctions / consequences
What should you do when a craving hits?
Call someone, distract yourself, leave the situation
What is indirect peer pressure?
No one says it directly, but you feel expected to join in
Addiction affects what part of life?
All areas (family, school, court, mental health)
Teen brains are still __________.
Developing
Good choices build what?
Trust
Name one healthy coping skill.
Exercise, music, journaling, prayer, breathing, etc.
A strong “no” should be what?
Clear and confident
Tolerance means what?
You need more to get the same effect
The brain helps control emotions and __________.
Impulses
One bad decision can affect your future how?
School, record, family, freedom, etc.
What does grounding mean?
Bringing yourself back to the present moment
True or False: Real friends pressure you to use.
False
Withdrawal happens when what?
You stop using a substance your body depends on
Why are teens more likely to take risks?
Because the decision-making part of the brain isn’t fully developed.
What is something you can lose because of poor choices?
Freedom, relationships, opportunities, sports, job
Why is having support important in recovery?
You can’t do it alone / accountability / encouragement
What’s one way to leave a risky situation?
Make an excuse, call for a ride, walk away
Is addiction a choice or a disease?
It starts with choices but becomes a brain disease.