Addiction Biology
The body needs more and more of a chemical to produce original effect is called?
Tolerance
T or F: Cannabis can't be addictive because it's natural.
FALSE
Any mood altering substance can become addictive.
Define relapse in your own words.
To return to use after a period clean.
What is the BAC in MN?
.08
AA was founded in what year?
1935
What is the name of the neuoratransmitter that INCREASES in production during drug use and creates the feeling of being "high"?
Dopamine
As of 2023, 1 in BLANK adults in America will struggle with chemical use.
5
Name the three stages of the relapse process
Emotional, mental and physical
Ecstasy and ETHOL
T or F the ETHOL addict gene was found in human remains dating between 4,000 and 3,200 BC?
What is the name of the neurotransmitter that creates cravings in the body?
Gluamate
BLANK percent of Americans who have depression or anxiety will also struggle with chemical use
20
Name 3 EXTERNAL coping skills must be specific
People-drug dealers, the liquor store clerk, my old using friend etc
Places-traphouse, bridges, bars etc
Things-ATMs, pens, pipes etc
What is the average age people begin experimenting with drugs/ETHOL in the United States?
12
1990
Cortisoltrophin Relief Factor (CRF) is also known as?
Death stress
Addiction formation is influenced by multiple factors: name the top 3 most influenial.
Environment, Genes and Perception
Name three INTERNAL triggers must be specific
Stress, depression, anxiety etc
What are the top two most abused drugs in the USA?
Tobacco use costs the US 300 billion dollars yearly and ETHOL costs 249 billion dollars yearly.
What year did crack/cocaine make headlines in LA and NYC?
1985
This circut is highjacked during addiction; what is it called?
Pleasure circuit
T or F: According to the Gateway foundation, American spends more than 800 billion dollars related to drug addiction treatment, drug-related legal concerns, and medical expenses annually.
True! Actual number is $820 billion and expected to increase.
Name 3 non-professional recovery resouces, must be specific
NA, AA, SOS, CMA, Smart Recovery Etc
What does responsible drug use look like?
Taking medications as prescribed.
What was the name of the Doctor who first suggested addiction was a disease?
Dr. Willian Silkworth