Addiction and Mental Illness
For both an addiction and or a mental illness, this is an event or a situation that can cause something to happen or exist
Trigger
recently had a movie made about her life titled "Back to Black" this singer died of alcohol poisoning at age 27
Amy Winehouse
symptoms of this STI appears on the genitals and causes blisters, lesions, and ulcers
Herpes
staff member known for saying "too blessed to be stressed"
Xavier
The definition of having both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder
Dual Diagnosis or Co-Occurring Disorder
Anna Nicole Smith
Also known as "clap" or "drip", this STI's symptoms include green discharge and painful urination for both males and females
gonorrhea
staff member who engages in mindfulness practices and rock balancing
Gwen
This is a type of talk therapy aimed at helping people learn how to cope with difficult situations by challenging irrational thoughts and changing behaviors
CBT
this acclaimed Australian actor and Oscar winning "The Dark Knight" star died of an accidental overdose on a lethal mix of prescription medications including OxyContin, Vicodin, Valium, Xanax, Unisom and Restoril
Heath Ledger
one of the most common types of STI's, this can greatly increase the risk of cervical cancer. other forms of it can cause genital warts.
HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
staff member that is certified as a Y12SR Yoga Instructor
Kelly Simpson
Common risk factors can contribute to both SUDs and other mental health disorders. Name one common risk factor
Genetic predisposition- Certain genes can increase the risk of developing these conditions, making them more susceptible to co-occurring disorders
Trauma and adverse childhood experiences: Traumatic events, such as physical or sexual abuse, neglect or witnessing violence, can significantly impact a person’s mental health. These experiences can increase the risk of developing both mental health disorders and substance abuse issues later in life
Environmental stressors- High levels of stress, such as financial difficulties, relationship problems or work-related stress, can contribute to the development of co-occurring disorders. These stressors can trigger or exacerbate both mental health and substance abuse issues
Peer influence: Peer pressure and the influence of friends or social circles can play a role in the development of co-occurring disorders. Individuals may be more likely to engage in substance abuse if their peers are doing the same, which can further worsen their mental health.
Lack of social support- A lack of social support or a weak support system can increase the risk of developing co-occurring disorders. Without a strong support network, people may turn to substance abuse as a way to cope with their mental health issues.
this music legend and female star of the 1992 movie The Bodyguard struggled with an addiction to cocaine and other substances which contributed to her accidental drowning death
Whitney Houston
Symptoms of this STI may happen in three stages-beginning with one or more small, painless sores forming where the germs entered the body, worsening to rash, swollen lymph nodes, hair loss, sore thoat and weight loss, and without treatment leading to loss of coordination, blindness, paralysis, dementia and deafness
Syphilis
staff member who enjoys listening to music & singing loudly from their office
Beth
Common barriers to proper treatment for co-occurring disorders include (name one)
Lack of available specialty providers, stigma causes individual not to seek treatment, individuals may not be given accurate diagnoses or medications if using substances or reporting symptoms while under the influence
this larger than life comedian starred on Saturday Night Live and died of an overdose of a combination of cocaine and morphine at age 33.
Hint: He did the Chippindale dance with Patrick Swayze
Chris Farley
Contagious infections that affect the liver. Each of the three types is caused by a different virus. Symptoms can include Fatigue, Itching, Jaundice, Dark Urine, Fever, Loss of Appetite to name a few
Hepatitis
staff member who's poetry can be found hanging around the building at NCRC
Teasha (housing)