Symptoms
A symptom of depression is a persistently
______________ mood.
Sad, depressed, or unhappy
Which of the following are antidepressants:
a) Zoloft, Cymbalta, Lexapro
b) Amoxicillin, Naproxen, Ibuprofen
c) Klonopin, Ativan, Xanax
a) Zoloft, Cymbalta, Lexapro
If these people have a history of depression, you are at
a higher risk for it.
Family members
A natural way to get in shape and increase feelings of happiness is to ____________
Exercise
Name one of the support groups for people who have a desire to stop using drugs or alcohol
AA,
NA,
12 step group,
etc.
Name 2 symptoms of stress – one physical, and one emotional.
PHYSICAL: sweating, goose bumps, vomiting, insomnia, muscle pain, headaches, etc.
EMOTIONAL: crying, anxiety, racing thoughts, worrying, etc.
What do
antidepressants
attempt to fix?
Imbalances in
neurotransmitters
in the brain
_________ is commonly linked with the pleasure system of the brain.
Disruption to this is connected
to psychosis and schizophrenia.
Dopamine
Name 5 people you
can talk to about your
feelings of depression, addiction, or mental illness
Family, therapist,
close friend, counselor,
social worker, sponsor,
doctor, teacher, minister,
co-worker, etc.
A strong desire to consume a particular substance is called a
_____________
Craving
This symptom occurs when you stop liking your favorite hobby/activity
Lack of interest
or
Lack of pleasure
When a person begins
antidepressants, what symptoms improve before the
depressed mood improves?
Energy levels
and
the ability to take action
or make decisions
Name 5
major life events
that may cause a person
to have depression.
Death of a loved one, major loss
or change, chronic stress,
substance abuse, victim of
abuse, loss of a job/home/car,
divorce, marriage, new baby,
etc.
Name 3 coping skills
you can use
when you are
angry
Deep breathing,
taking a walk,
journal, meditate,
listen to music, etc.
What drug causes
addiction the
fastest?
Nicotine
When symptoms reappear
or get worse,
this is referred to as
____________
Relapse
How long does it take
for antidepressants
to start having their full effect?
4 – 6
Weeks
Name 4 things
that can trigger
a relapse
Change, starting/continuing use of
substances, stress, stopping
medications, people, situations,
places, photos, movies, etc.
What are 3 coping skills
you can use to improve your self-esteem?
Learn a new skill,
positive affirmations,
writing, positive self-talk,
increase social network, exercise, etc.
When a person gradually needs a larger dose of a drug to feel the same effect it is called
_____________
Increased
tolerance
Definition: This refers to people who are born with, or acquire very early in life, a tendency to develop a problem in a specific medical area
Biological Vulnerability
or
Genetic Predisposition
What are 3 benefits of being medication compliant?
More stable mood
less chance of relapse
balance of neurotransmitters
better overall health
better responsibility
etc.
Name 2 of the
3 neurotransmitters involved with depression
Norepinephrine,
Serotonin,
Dopamine
What are 5 benefits of
having good
coping skills?
Ability to decrease symptoms of
depression/anxiety/cravings,
better management of emotions,
better mood, higher self esteem,
less stress, better time
management, more energy, etc.
A mental state that is characterized by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behavior despite adverse consequences is called
_______________
Addiction