R&A 1
The unpleasant physical reaction that accompanies the process of ceasing to take an addictive drug.
What is withdrawal?
The most commonly used federally illegal drug in the United States.
What is cannabis? (marijuana/weed)
The most common drug for overdoses, especially fatal ones.
What is synthetic opioids? (mostly fentanyl)
This classic slogan reminds you to stay grounded and focus only on the 24 hours in front of you.
What is one day at a time?
Long term use of this drug is known for causing severe dental issues.
What is methamphetamines?
A powerful desire for something that usually passes.
What is a craving?
Something greater than yourself in recovery.
What is a higher power?
What is poison? (drug overdoses)
Thought to be the most risky way to abuse drugs. Due to factors such as the chance of contracting disease, a stronger/faster high and an increased tolerance build up.
What is injections?
The month we celebrate recovery.
What is September?
Chronic relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in a rewarding activity or substance use despite significant negative consequences
What is addiction?
The two main groups of addiction.
What is substance & behavioral addiction?
Drugs in this category include cocaine, amphetamines and nicotine.
What are stimulants?
Three signs of opioid overdose.
Substance that is most often abused in The United States
What is Alcohol?
A coping skill that releases endorphins.
What is exercise?
Cocaine and meth cause nerve cells to release large quantities of this neurotransmitter, resulting in euphoria.
What is dopamine?
Popular 2000's singer who sang the song 'Rehab' about 5 years before they passed away from alcohol poisoning
Who is Amy Winehouse?
An emotional, mental, or physical response that originates from within a person, such as stress, anxiety, or a craving, and can lead to a specific reaction or behavior.
What is an internal trigger?
A person, place, thing or event that can result in a physical and emotional response.
What is an external trigger?
This drug is known to reduce and suppress dreaming by significantly decreasing rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.
What is cannabis? (marijuana/weed)
The name of the mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking?
What is Al-Anon?
This is the most recommended way to get rid of unused medications.
What are drug take-back programs? Ex- Mail-back programs, Permanent collection sites, National take-back days.
The legal blood alcohol concentration limit for driving.
What is 0.08?
A type of evidence-based psychotherapy that focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve mental health and well-being.
What is CBT? (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)