Marijuana
What cannabinoid often creates an "Uplifting" effect?
Sativa
Physical symptoms of a "hangover"?
Fatigue, weakness, thirst, headache, nausea, stomach pain, vertigo, sensitivity to light, bloating/swelling, and increased blood pressure.
True or false: Vaping nicotine is still harmful.
True.
True or False: Fentanyl is an opioid.
True.
True or False: Recovery is possible for everyone?
True! Anyone can recovery from substance use.
What toxic chemical is used in the process of creating THC concentrates?
Butane
Drinking alcohol can create what heart problems?
Cardiomyopathy, arrhythmia, stroke, or high blood pressure
Nicotine is as addictive as what other substances?
Cocaine or heroin.
Side effects of fentanyl?
Can cause stupor, changes in pupil size, clammy skin, cyanosis, coma, and respiratory failure leading to death.
Name 3 resources for recovery.
Group meetings, SAMHSA Helpline, Colorado Crisis Center, positive relationship supports, Celebrate Recovery, AA, and HEART Counseling ;)
Higher doses of THC often create what symptoms?
Anxiety, agitation, paranoia, and psychosis.
True or false: Long-term alcohol abuse can increase the chances of developing cancer?
True
Symptoms of nicotine withdrawal?
Feeling irritable, sad, having trouble sleeping, hungry, craving nicotine.
How many much stronger is fentanyl than morphine?
It is 50 to 100 times stronger.
True or False: Relapse is a part of recovery
True, while not everyone relapses, it can happen and is part of the process for many. Continuing to pursue recovery and sobriety is key.
How many cannabinoids are found in the marijuana plant?
66
How many people die from alcohol abuse each year in the U.S.?
About 178,000 people
Nicotine is found in what foods?
Tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplants.
How does fentanyl impact the brain?
Like heroin, morphine, and other opioid drugs, fentanyl works by binding to the body's opioid receptors, which are found in areas of the brain that control pain and emotions
Name 3 warning signs for relapse.
Triggers show up differently for many people. It can include people, places, social media, seeing or hearing about the substance of choice.
Early usage of marijuana is linked to increasing the chances of developing what mental illness?
Schizophrenia
Drinking can cause shrinkage of what part of the brain?
The hippocampus (memory, learning and emotion region)
How many people die from Nicotine use a year in the US?
480,000 people in the US
Fentanyl can create what impact on oxygen to the brain?
When people overdose on fentanyl, their breathing can slow or stop. This can decrease the amount of oxygen that reaches the brain, a condition called hypoxia. Hypoxia can lead to a coma and permanent brain damage, and even death.
Describe your recovery routine, things that help you stay sober.
Examples can include: Social supports, attending therapy, medication, self-care, and mindfulness.