Substance Effects on the Body
Excessive use of this substance can lead to liver cirrhosis.
This actor and comedian, known for movies like "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "Good Will Hunting," spoke openly about his struggles with addiction.
Robin Williams (RIP)
This term describes the need for increasing amounts of a substance to achieve the same effect.
Tolerance
This 2018 film stars Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, exploring themes of addiction and recovery.
A Star is Born
What is the most common "feel good" chemical released when using many drugs, and what are some natural ways to increase it.
Dopamine, exercise, hobbies, writing, singing, art.
Long-term use of this drug is commonly associated with severe dental problems.
Meth
This famous singer of "Rehab" struggled with addiction before her untimely death in 2011.
Amy Winehouse
This term refers to the process of safely removing a substance from the body.
Detox
This 2000 film, directed by Darren Aronofsky, depicts the destructive impact of drug addiction on four individuals.
What is Requiem for a Dream
What is the process of proactively engaging in recovery and life. eg. exercise, sleep, and nutrition.
Self-Care
This stimulant is known to be one of the hardest to detox from and is usually smoked.
Nicotine
This actor, known for his roles in the MCU, has been open about his journey to sobriety.
Robert Downey, jr.
This term describes the compulsive seeking and use of a substance despite negative consequences.
Addiction
This TV series follows a high school chemistry teacher who turns to manufacturing methamphetamine.
Breaking Bad
Name 3 creative coping skills.
Examples: Writing, Singing, Painting, Scrapbooking, Cooking, Graphic Design.
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!!! This drug can cause flashbacks, or re-experiencing of the drug's effects, long after use.
LSD
This "Friends" actor has shared his experiences with addiction and recovery in his memoir.
Matthew Perry (RIP)
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!! This condition, often associated with alcohol, involves the inability to remember events that occurred while intoxicated.
Blackout
This 1995 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio is based on the memoir of Jim Carroll and his struggles with addiction.
The Basketball Diaries
This person from AA/NA is your person who you can call if you are having a hard time with substances.
Sponsor
Overuse of this substance can lead to serotonin syndrome, characterized by agitation, confusion, and rapid heart rate.
MDMA or Ecstasy
This actor, who is related to a famous actor who is known for movies like Joker, died from designer drugs.
River Phoenix
This is the term for healing the body and mind after addiction.
Recovery
Based on a novel by Irvine Welsh, Danny Boyle's iconic adrenaline rush, depicting a posse of heroin addicts in Edinburgh, is all at once hilarious, fun, nightmarishly horrific, and stomach-turningly gross
Trainspotting
This is the process of methodically focusing on breathing and mindfulness.
Meditation