Dependency
Dependence is bad.
True or False
False.
Its neither good or bad.
Also, its not bad as a concept, even though it can be taken advantage of.
What percent of addiction are genetics responsible for?
50%
True or False
Triggers Force a person to use drugs.
While triggers do not force a person to use drugs, they increase the likelihood of drug use.
False
Which of the 12 steps is "I know a power greater than myself will restore me back to sanity"
Step 2
when we are angry, the power dynamic in the situation affects how that anger is expressed. True or False
True.
What is dependence
The state of relying on or being controlled by something or someone.
True or False
There is a single gene responsible for addiction
False
Multiple genes that are responsible for various aspects of our brain's responses are responsible for addiction.
What are the two types of triggers?
What are 2 defense mechanisms of an addict
Denial, regression, compartmentalization, projection, shifting blame, acting out, repression, rationalization, Dissociation, undoing, avoidance, procrastination
What are 2 ways to improve time management?
What is the difference between Drug Dependence and Addiction
Dependence is physical (withdrawal symptoms etc), Addiction is mental (cravings, triggers, reason for use etc)
What are 2 ways that environment influences drug use?
Family : growing up around people who use
The kinds of drugs you have access to
the culture around particular drugs (Jamaica, Cambodia etc)
Give an example of people, places and things that can be triggers. 1 each
People: dealer, friends who use, family
Places: crack house, your room etc
Things: spoons, pipes, grinder
What are the 3 requirements for a good friendship?
Positivity
Consistency
Vulnerability
Name 3 Characteristics of a Role Model
They are consistent, someone who is better than you at something, someone you look up to etc
Name 4 needs for an addiction to thrive
Isolation,
Source of wealth,
Location,
Wingman (Support System),
Accessibility,
Unresolved issues
Neither the presence nor absence of a genetic factor ensures development of, or protection from, drug addiction.
True or False
True
There are environmental factors as well.
External triggers are harder to identify and manage than internal ones.
True or False
False.
Internal triggers are harder.
What are 3 characteristics of a functioning addict
Excuses and Denial
Deteriorating Appearance
Using More of a Substance than Intended
Isolation
Enabling Relationships
Name 2 healthy coping skills and 2 unhealthy coping skills
Good: Exercise, laughter, getting involved etc
Bad: drug use, isolation, anger etc
Name the 4 of the 5 types of dependence we talked about
Financial dependence,
religious dependence,
emotional dependence,
social dependence
Nature Dependence
The children of addicts are how many times more likely to develop an addiction?
8 times more likely
Name 2 positive and 2 negative feelings that can be internal triggers.
Negative Feelings
Fear, anxiety, guilt, irritation, overconfidence, anger, hate, jealousy, shame, loneliness, feeling criticized, inadequate, or overwhelmed.
Boredom insecurity, nervousness, sadness, embarrassment, loneliness, pressure, tiredness, frustration, neglect, relaxation
Positive Feelings
Excitement, happiness, passion, strength, confidence, exhaustion, feeling “normal”, sexual arousal
What are 4 of the 5 D's of Cravings management
Distraction
Delay
Drink Water
Deep Breathing
Discuss
What is meant by the term Dual Diagnosis?
Mental Health issues coupled with Substance Abuse Issues.