Mental Health I
Mental Health II
Cannabis
Substance Use Disorders
Medications
100
This is the primary neurotransmitter associated to anxiety
What is GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
100
Summer weather, rainy weather, relationship problems, thyroid disease, smoking, poor sleep patterns, poor eating habits, birth control bills, prolonged exposure to social media can all cause
What is depression?
100
The active ingredient in marijuana is Marijuana has a negative impact on Brain, Mental Health, The Heart, The lungs,IQ, Learning and Job performance
What is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) Brain, Mental Health, The Heart, The lungs,IQ, Learning and Job performance
100
According to Alcoholics Anonymous there are four things that classify alcoholism.
What is physical allergy, mental obsession, phenomenon of craving and spiritual malady?
100
What pharmacologic options are suitable for opiod tapering?
What is Buprenorphine Naloxone Methadone Topamax Depot injectable naltrexone
200
Three things that help alleviate anxiety naturally
What is exercise, mediation, yoga breathing.. Other acceptable answers would be talking to someone, breathing into a paper bag etc.
200
Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood Feelings of hopelessness, or pessimism Irritability Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities Decreased energy or fatigue Moving or talking more slowly Feeling restless or having trouble sitting still Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions Difficulty sleeping, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping Appetite and/or weight changes Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts Aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems without a clear physical cause and/or that do not ease even with treatment Are all symptom of this disorder
What is Depression
200
One of the most well designed studies on marijuana and intelligence, released in 2012, found that persistent, heavy use of marijuana by adolescents reduces IQ by as much as
What is 8- 10 points? That is the difference between an A and C.
200
Approximately how many people die from an overdose everyday How many people have died in Arizona from an overdose since 06/15 from an overdose
What is 144 people. What is 655 people.
200
What pharmacologic options are suitable for depressive disorders?
What is SSRI's (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), also known as serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitors or serotonergic antidepressants) , MAOs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors ), SNRI's Serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, Atypical (Wellbutrin), Multimodal (Vortioxetine)
300
When activated heart rate decreases, respiration decreases and digestion begins to operate functionally.
What is the parasympathetic nervous system
300
Harvard scientists found that whats helps depression more than medication
What is exercise
300
If marijuana use begins in adolescence the chances of developing addiction are
What is 1 in 6
300
Substance Use Disorder is characterized by have 2-3 of these symptoms
Taking the substance in larger amounts and for longer than intended Wanting to cut down or quit but not being able to do it Spending a lot of time obtaining the substance Craving or a strong desire to use substance Repeatedly unable to carry out major obligations at work, school, or home due to substance use Continued use despite persistent or recurring social or interpersonal problems caused or made worse by substance use Stopping or reducing important social, occupational, or recreational activities due to substance use Recurrent use of opioids in physically hazardous situations Consistent use of opioids despite acknowledgment of persistent or recurrent physical or psychological difficulties from using opioids *Tolerance as defined by either a need for markedly increased amounts to achieve intoxication or desired effect or markedly diminished effect with continued use of the same amount. (Does not apply for diminished effect when used appropriately under medical supervision) *Withdrawal manifesting as either characteristic syndrome or the substance is used to avoid withdrawal (Does not apply when used appropriately under medical supervision)
300
What is the number one risk of taking SSRI's
What is increased suicide risk?
400
When activated high rate increases, pupils dilate, respiration increases, and digestion decreases giving one a panicky feeling.
What is the sympathetic nervous system?
400
Depression involves a functional deficit of
What is norepinephrine (NE) and/or serotonin (5HT)
400
Science confirms that the adolescent brain, particularly the part of the brain that regulates the planning complex cognitive behavior, personality expression, decision-making and social behavior, is not fully developed until
What is the age of 25.
400
These are the five stages of change for substance use disorder
What is pre contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenence
400
What two medication classes are lethal if stooped abruptly?
What are benzodiazepines and barbiturates. Alcohol is an acceptable answer because ETOH has the same chemicals composition of Benzos minus h20
500
The Sympathetic Nervous System and Parasympathetic Nervous System are controlled by what part of the brain.
What is the Amygdala
500
This is the brain process that is assumed to contribute to depression.
What is serotonin reuptake
500
The negative impact of marijuana on the brain regarding cognition lasts a minimum of:
What is 28 days.
500
These are the physical risk factors of substance use disorders Daily Double - these two drugs combined do the same amount of damage to the brain as methamphetamine.
What is HIV, Hepatitis, and Other Infectious Diseases Cancer Cardiovascular Effects Respiratory Effects Gastrointestinal Effects Musculoskeletal Effects Kidney Damage Liver Damage Neurological Effects Hormonal Effects Prenatal Effects Other Health Effects Mental Health Effects Death Caffeine and Nicotine
500
This medication is the only medication to be empirically supported in decreasing craving without causing withdrawal
What is naltrexone.
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