Liquid Courage & Other Subs
This substance slows down the brain and nervous system and is classified as a depressant.
Alcohol
This word describes how we view ourselves, our abilities, and our worth.
Self-esteem
T/F: Because of the high altitude and dry air in Denver, balls travel farther at Coors Field than in typical stadiums.
True
How many feet above sea level does Denver sit at?
5280 ft
How many continents are there on Earth?
7
T/F: Mixing alcohol with other depressant drugs (like benzodiazepines) always creates less risk because the effects “cancel out.”
This skill uses the five senses to calm anxiety (e.g., 5-4-3-2-1).
The Broncos have three of these titles.
Three Superbowl Titles
This is the longest residential street in Colorado and in the entire U.S.
Colfax Avenue (aprx 49.5 miles)
What is the term for the part of a car that transfers power from the engine to the wheels?
Transmission
Long-term alcohol use can shrink this organ responsible for decision-making and memory.
The brain
Too much stress triggers this “fight, flight, freeze” system in the brain.
Nervous system
This Denver team won their first championship in 2023.
Denver Nuggets
Which county in Colorado is nicknamed the “Switzerland of America” due to its rugged mountain terrain?
Ouray County
The largest planet in our solar system is _____.
Jupiter
This chemical messenger in the brain is most associated with pleasure and reward — and addiction hijacks it.
Dopamine
This plan documents triggers, warning signs, coping strategies, and support systems to prevent relapse.
Relapse prevention plan
In 1998 and 1999, the Broncos won consecutive Super Bowls. What were the Roman numerals of those Super Bowls?
XXXII (1998) and XXXIII (1999)
Name one internationally-famous band from Colorado.
The Fray, OneRepublic, The Lumineers.
Your father’s father’s only daughter’s son. What is this person to you?
Your brother
In the context of substance use, what is the key difference between use, misuse, and dependency/abuse — and why is knowing the difference important?
Use = consuming as intended/low risk/"responsible"; misuse = non-medical use, wrong dose, wrong context; dependency/addiction = physiological/psychological need, tolerance, withdrawal. Knowing the difference matters for recognizing risk, intervening early, and reducing harm.
These types of thoughts can lead to distorted beliefs and emotional reactions.
Cognitive distortions
This Broncos legend holds the NFL record for most rushing touchdowns in a single postseason.
Terrell Davis
What is the name of the tallest 14er in Colorado?
Mount Elbert - 14440ft
This ethical idea says the best decision is the one that helps the most people, even if a few people don’t benefit. It’s sometimes called “the greatest good for the greatest number.”
Utilitarianism