T/F
True or false. Some research indicates that the longer programs are more effective at reducing relapse than the shorter ones.
What is true?
A tablet without a drug
What is a placebo
This celebrated actress who has been in recovery from opioid addiction for over two decades, often sharing her story to inspire others was movies like Halloween, Freaky Friday, and True Lies.
Jamie Lee Curtis
What two individuals founded Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935
Who are Bill Wilson and Bob Smith (Dr. Bob)?
________________ is the pleasure chemical in our brains that plays a major role in substance abuse and addiction
What is dopamine
True or False: For teens, Marijuana use is more popular than cigarettes
True. 22.7% as opposed to 12.3%
What medication is used for overdose recovery.
Narcan
This actor has spoken openly about his struggles with alcohol and his ongoing commitment to recovery and self-improvement was married to Jlo and also Jennifer Gardner.
Ben Affleck
"We admitted we were powerless over alcohol - that our lives had become unmanageable."
What is step one?
Often referred to as the "feel-good" neurotransmitter. It contributes to feelings of happiness, well-being, and contentment.
What is Serotonin?
True or False: Forcing someone into treatment won't yield results; They have to want it
False, treatment doesn't have to be voluntary to be successful
Name one or two medications commonly used in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid dependence.
Methadone and Buprenorphine (Suboxone).
Known for his role as Chandler Bing on Friends, this actor has been candid about his struggles with addiction and his ongoing journey of recovery.
Mathew Perry
Why drug use is addictive
What is over stimulation of the "reward circuit"
The Most complex organ in the body.
What is the brain?
True or False: Over 50% of those with drug addiction get help
False. Less than 11% get help
This medication for alcohol recovery causes a violent reaction of vomiting, flushing, and elevated blood pressure if a person drinks alcohol while taking it.
Antabuse (disulfiram)
This actor and former wrestler has discussed overcoming depression and challenges related to substance use in his past, and has been in movies like Moana and Jumanji.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Importance of treatment: untreated substance abuse leads to more yearly deaths than what cause of death?
Accidental overdoses
Our brain learns by _______ and _________.
R and R
What is Repetition and Reward?
True or False: Of all the addicts in the US, approximately 12 million need help
False. Over 25 million US residents(12&older) suffer from addiction
FDA approved for nausea and vomiting related to chemotherapy, anorexia related to HIV/AIDS, and a couple of rare types of childhood epilepsy
What is cannabis or Marijuana?
This late Star Wars actress and writer was a vocal advocate for addiction recovery and mental health.
Carrie Fisher
Recovery is a process, typically divided into five stages: Also known as the stages of change. What are they? You must name all 5!
What is Pre-Contemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, and Maintenance?
This neurotransmitter is part of the reward circuit. Know has the body’s natural opioids.
What are Endorphins?