Uppers
What are three types of stimulants
Prescription Amphetamines, Diet Aids, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Synthetic Cathinones (Bath Salts), Nicotine, Caffeine
3 Sedatives
Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates, GHB, Certain Sleep Medications (Lunesta, Ambien)
True or False: Many Psychedelics come from plants?
True
True or False: Relapse is a single event
False
What animal is known for having STDs?
Kohala commonly has chlamydia
Symptoms if taken in high doses (at least 3)
Agitation, Aggression, Paranoia, Suicidal or Homicidal tendencies. Auditory, Visual hallucination.
What are sedatives medically used for?
Induce sleep, relieve anxiety, muscle Spasms, Prevent Seizures,
MDMA creates an effect similar to what other type of substance?
Stimulants
What happens first a trigger or a craving?
Trigger
Name some celebrities that have passed away due to use of downers?
there's a lot of them
Withdrawal effects
Depression, craving, fatigue
Effects on the Body
Slurred Speech, Loss of Motor Coordination, Weakness, Headache, Lightheadedness, blurred vision, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, slowed breathing.
What effects do Psychedelics cause?
Sweating, palpitations, increased heart rate and breathing. Nausea. Dizziness, Dilated pupils, reduced appetite, and sweating. Sensory distortions, depersonalization, impaired concentration and motivation.
What are the top 3 reasons for relapse?
PAWS
Stress
Insomnia
What is known as the mind control drug?
LSD
Symptoms of large doses
Dizziness, tremors, headaches, flush skin, chest pain, palpitations, excessive sweating, vomiting, abdominal pain,
Benzodiazepines replaced what drug?
Barbiturates
What are long term effects of Marijuana use?
Respiratory complications
Hyperemesis
Impact to Immune system- can be a factor in HIV progression, enhanced growth of tumors, more susceptible to infection.
What are the different classifications of triggers?
What is the most popular Starburst Flavor/Color?
Strawberry or Pink
What neurotransmitters are impacted?
Norepinephrine, epinephrine, and dopamine
What classifications of substances are considered downers?
Major Depressants, Sedative Hypnotics, Opiates
Minor Depressants, Skeletal Muscle Relaxants, Antihistamines, Sleep Aides
What nervous system is impacted by psychedelics?
Sympathetic
Five ways that you can avoid relapse
Identify triggers, seek support, Self-care, keeping yourself busy, Be honest. There's many...
What are the two oldest documented drugs?
Alcohol & Opiates
How much dopamine is released during stimulant use versus natural dopamine release?
2-10x more dopamine is released than what is released with normal activities.
What nervous system do downers impact and what does it do?
Central Nervous System
What was LSD prescribed for, why did it discontinue?
Used to treat mental illness, alcoholism in 1950's and by 1960's discontinued due to high suicide and death rates. sold as Delysid
How do you identify warning signs and what are they?
Warning signs are different for everyone let's hear some answers.
On average how many attempts does someone make to get sober?
5
Why do stimulants reduce eating and drinking?
They confuse the brain by triggering survival activities before they happen, satisfying the need without actually satisfying the need.
What neurochemical and nervous system changes happen due to long term opiate use?
Hypersensitive to emotional and physical pain.
Hyperalgesia, hyperpathia, Allodynia, Hyperkatifeia
What are the 5 main classifications of psychedelics?
Indoles- Psilocybin, Ayahuasca
Phenylalkylamines- Peyote, MDMA
Anticholinergics- Belladonna, Datura
Individual Classified- Ketamine, PCP, Salvia, DXM
Cannabinoids
What causes cravings?
Changes in your brain and body after not using and your bodies attempt to get the substance back
How many standard colors does Crayola make?
133