ONE FOR THE ROAD
organ whose main purpose is to filter blood can be damaged by excessive use of alcohol
What is the liver
This drug can be found in coffee and tea.
What is caffeine?
Overdoses from this drug are on the rise in AB
What is Fentanyl
method for reducing anxiety by paying attention in the moment
What is mindfulness
Sometimes referred to as Molly
What is Ecstasy
.05
What is the legal limit in Alberta
adverse medical consequences linked to its use include; damage to the nasal passages, heart, respiratory, nervous and digestive systems.
What is cocaine.
Flu like symptoms, depression, anxiety and insomnia
What what are withdrawal symptoms from opioids.
neurotransmitter that helps control the brain's pleasure and reward centres
What is dopamine
excessive use of this may impair short-term memory, learning, the ability to focus attention and coordination.
What is marijuana
Style of drinking that often leads to blackouts
What is binge drinking
Use of this drug has been linked to damage to the brain, high body temperature, serious heart problems and seizures.
What is methamphetamine?
Used in specialized clinics to block the effects of opiate pain medications
What are methadone and suboxone
Pinky's mastermind friend
Who is the Brain?
This street drug, made from toxic chemicals mixed with over the counter cold remedies can cause permanent brain damage
What is crystal meth?
Vomiting, sweating, irregular heartbeat, DTs, seizures
What are the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal?
Extreme fatigue, hunger, irritable, mentally confused and depressed.
What are withdrawal symptoms from stimulants.
drowsiness, lethargy, paranoia, respiratory depression and nausea
What are side effects of opiate abuse?
primary chronic disease of reward, motivation, memory and related circuitry
What is addiction?
Symptoms of this often appear 2 -3 months into recovery and may include: hostility, anxiety, irritability, depression, exhaustion or fatigue, inability to sleep, trouble concentrating, inability to feel pleasure, trouble with memory, sensitivity to stressful situations.
What is PAWS?
How much and how often a person drinks, a person's age, genetics and general health status.
What are the factors that determine how alcohol affects the brain and body?
These drugs speed up central nervous system
What are stimulants
Used to counteract the effects of opiate overdose
What is Naloxone?
This term describes continuous change to a person's brain throughout their lifetime.
What is neuroplasticity?
a journey worth taking
What is recovery?