12 Steps
The 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous emphasize the importance of unity, autonomy, and support for others, with this one stating, "Our primary purpose is to carry the message to the alcoholic who still suffers."
What is Tradition 5?
This neurotransmitter, often associated with pleasure and reward, is heavily involved in the brain's response to drugs like cocaine and methamphetamine.
What is Dopamine?
Most people (about 75%) that seek help for substance abuse see improvement. True or False?
What is true?
This powerful opioid, often illicitly produced, is 50-100 times more potent than morphine and is linked to numerous overdose deaths.
What is Fentanyl?
This step in AA involves making amends to people we have harmed, except when doing so would cause harm to them or others.
What is Step 9?
This neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the withdrawal symptoms seen in opoid abuse.
What is Norepinephrine?
The average age a child begins experimenting with drugs.
What is 13?
This is the most commonly abused substance and the third most common cause of death in the United States.
What is Alcohol?
This step in the 12-step program involves making a decision to turn over one’s will and life to the care of a higher power, as understood by the individual.
What is Step 3?
This is the term for a condition where the body becomes dependent on a drug, resulting in withdrawal symptoms when the drug is not available.
What is physical dependence?
This is the most common cause of preventable death in the U.S., often linked to substance use.
What is Tobacco-related illnesses?
Classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, this drug is known to cause at least seven types of cancer.
This 12-step slogan encourages members to continue to grow in their recovery by suggesting they don’t need to do everything perfectly.
What is "progress not perfection?"
This brain region is primarily involved in decision-making and impulse control, often compromised in individuals with addiction.
The most commonly used explicit drug in the U.S.
What is marijuana?
These are fake prescription pills laced with deadly fentanyl that look exactly like Xanax, Percocet, hydrocodone, or other drugs.
Fentapills
This is a common term in 12-step programs for someone who has experienced sobriety and helps others by providing support and guidance.
What is a sponsor?
This factor is responsible for about a 40%-60% increase in risk for substance abuse.
What is genetics?
Defined as having more than 4 (for women) or 5 (for men) alcoholic beverages in one sitting.
What is binge drinking?
This drug is typically associated with the highest risk of fatal overdose.
What is Heroin?