Recovery Acronyms
A term referring a persons primary substance "D.O.C"
Drug of Choice - 100
This program was popular in schools in the 90s and 2000s. Millions of dollars were spent and all it managed to do was slightly INCREASE the rates of substance use in students.
DARE. (Drug abuse resistance education) Initially, we were stuck with it because politicians were embarrassed to admit it was a failure. 9/11 happened though and Dare and was cancelled quietly - 100
This is the minimum number of groups that is required to attend
4 (3 in house and 1 elective) - 200
This is by far the most important thing to do when going to an interview. Hint - It has nothing to do with a resume or the job itself
Shower, shave, brush your teeth, wear clean clothes. Not doing this will sink your chances as getting hired regardless of experience or interview skills - 200
This racial group is the LEAST likely to develop substance use disorders
Asian Americans - 400
Tuesday, we discussed the differences between being confident and having an unhealthy this three letter word
Ego - 100
The 2000s saw a wave of people becoming addicted to drugs due to the over-prescribing of these substances
Opiates. Nearly 800,000 have died from opiate overdose, many of them being people who never even went out looking for recreational drugs - 200
The current medical term for addiction "S.U.D"
Substance Use Disorder (strongly preferred term instead of "addiction" or "substance abuse") - 400
The most famous attempt to limit substance use by outlawing alcohol. During the 13 years it was in effect, murders and suicides rose, crime became organized and millions of dollars were lost in taxes.
Prohibition 1920 - 1933. Really only ended because they needed something to tax during the great depression - 200
Hazelbrook does allow visitors. What are two of the expectations regarding having someone come see you?
72 hour notice, HM or RSS must be present, They can only be in common areas and must be sober (at least while here, if they use/drink they cannot be under the influence while in the house.) - 500
A term describing the freedom for an employer to fire you at any time and without any specific reason
At-will - 500
Of all the money the government spends to deal with addiction, only two percent is actually used for this solution
Treatment and prevention. The remaining 98 percent goes to funding prisons and the police - 500
Wednesday, we discussed how to measure the possible benefits and downsides of confrontation, also called...
Picking your battles - 300
While not substance use, addiction to this pastime has been on the rise in recent years, due to aggressive advertising and ease of use
Gambling. You no longer need to go to a casino to lose your savings. Most people with gambling issues are doing it all from the phone. - 200
The main government organization that researches and funds addiction treatment. SAMHSA
Substance abuse and mental health services administration - 500
China attempted a massive crack down on drug use in 1839, resulting in this war with England
The Opium Wars - Two separate conflicts that resulted in the death of 6000 soldiers, and ended with China having to keep opium legal anyway. - 500
Consistent group attendance, current on program dues, no behavioral issues, at least 72 hours notice and the approval of the HM and RSS - 300
This is the number one reported reason for why people get fired.
Constantly being late/no call no shows - 100
This drug carries the highest rate of addiction world wide, affecting around 50-70 percent of people in the USA
Caffeine - 100
Thursday we kind of just shot the shit for awhile. But, sometimes doing nothing or doing something low pressure can be a healthy version of this...
Self care - 200
Depending who you ask, legalizing this was either a smart economic choice that does some good, or a poor choice that increases drug dependence
Pot. Regardless of the reasons for or against, we know that more people us pot in some way - 300
The main government organization responsible for dealing with the drug trade, cartels and other judicial responsibilities. "D.E.A"
Drug Enforcement Agency - 200
A short lived attempt at discouraging drug use and criminal behavior by putting kids and teens in direct contact with real criminals, sometimes making kids spend time in prisons
Scared Straight Program. Kids and teens tend to mimic people they are around, so putting them in prisons made them mimic prisoners, kind of kills the point. - 400
What is Hazelbrooks curfew policy for residents? Keep in mind recent changes...
10pm Sun-Thurs. 1am Fri and Sat - 100
While in no way required by law, this is the most professional thing you can do when leaving a job
Put in a two weeks notice - 400
You are statically less likely to die from a mass shooting, homicide or fire than you are from this preventable common problem, regardless if you are sober or not
DUI. Chances of dying if you are driving while impaired or because someone else is impaired is around 1 in 90 - 300
On Friday, we've been playing this goofy ass game. But before we started, I brought up and encourage you guys to do what...
Clean before inspections - 500
This event in the 2020s resulted in one of the largest increases in substance use in recent history
Covid and lockdowns. Isolation, boredom and mental health strain created a perfect storm - 100
The practice of setting goals that are well planned and actual can be accomplished. "S.M.A.R.T."
Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound - 300
Nancy Regans pet project to limit drug use in the 80s. It was mostly a series of speeches and presentations that scared the shit out adults, but didn't matter much to kids.
Just Say No Program - 300
To stay within Hazelbrook expectations, this is the first thing you should do when getting up in the morning.
Make your bed - 400
This specific Balance is crucial not only for job performance, but for mental health and avoiding burnout
Work/life balance - 300
This drug was widely promoted as the safest way to manage pain, even being recommended for children not that long ago
Heroin. Given to kids until 1912, banned completely in 1924 - 200
Monday, we went over these activities you do in your own time and for your own enjoyment also called...
Hobbies - 400
The internet forced us to start realizing the negative effects of this kind of addiction, which can result in erectile disfunction, low self esteem and poor relationship skills
Pornography. Regardless of morality, there is a biological addiction that can come from over exposure to porn. 500