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100
Is alcohol a depressant, stimulant, or hallucinogen?
Alcohol is a DEPRESSANT, which can disrupt the balance of neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) in your brain and affect your feelings, thoughts and behavior. Alcohol slows down the messages being sent from brain to body.
100
What is the medicine used to reverse an opioid overdose?
Naloxone, which most often is found as the brand name Narcan.
100
After how many months of sobriety would someone be considered in "sustained remission"?
12 months
"early remission" would be after 6 months' sobriety.
100
Name 2 other groups offered at Endeavor :)
SU Education, SU Processing, Coping Skills (x2), Empowered Self, IPV Survivors, DV, Anger Management, Grief
100
Name 2 foods that Buffalo is known for.
Chicken wings, peanut sticks, beef on weck, sponge candy
200
What is the Impaired Driver's System?
IDS is a database looked at by the DMV to determine whether a person's license can be reinstated. The IDS shows whether a client who's license was revoked has successfully completed mandated treatment.
200
If one is using cannabis, where should it be obtained from and why?
Medical dispensaries! Unregulated cannabis products are often laced with other substances, such as bath salts, opiates, and cocaine.
local options: Verilife Amherst, Premier Earth on Hertel Ave
200
What is the word for emotions, thoughts, situations, or environments that may threaten someone's recovery?
Triggers.
200
Name 4 upcoming holidays (Oct-Dec 2025)
Halloween, Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, New Year's Eve
200
Name at Least 3 Festivals that Buffalo Offers?
Chicken Wing Fest, Italian Festival, Allen Town Art Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, etc.
300
What is a DWAI?
"Driving While Ability-Impaired"
This can occur in NYS when drivers have a BAC between .04 and .07, or they show evidence that they have been mentally or physically impaired. This might feel like driving "buzzed."
300
*DAILY DOUBLE* What program started in the 1980's that was a "scare tactic" for kids? Extra Points if you can tell me what each letter stands for!
The D.A.R.E Program (DRUG ABUSE RESISTANCE EDUCATION)
300
What does the acronym SMART stand for, when setting goals?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
300
What are 2 websites where you could search for sober social activities?
300
Give me the year that Josh Allen was drafted to the Buffalo Bills
2018
400
What does one standard drink contain?
400
What are two substances you should never mix with benzodiazepines?
Alcohol and opioids
Either of these substances can be fatal if taken in conjunction with benzodiazepines (which are often prescribed to treat anxiety/panic disorders)
400
Name the Stages of Change:
Precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, recovery/relapse
400
What two US Presidents were from Buffalo, NY?
Millard Fillmore and Grover Cleveland
400
Name 3 other Buffalo sports teams besides the Bills
Ice Hockey: Sabres
Lacrosse: Bandits
Baseball: Bisons
500
Name at least 3 ways in which long-term alcohol use can affect the body.
AUD-induced dementia, and/or Brain Damage
Liver Failure
Neuropathy
Higher risk for: stroke, various cancers, GI issues, and reduced bone density
500
What are the "DTs"?
Delirium tremens (DTs) is the most severe form of alcohol withdrawal. This refers to tremors, psychosis symptoms, seizures, etc. that can be experienced if going from a severe amount of alcohol intake to no drinking at all.
500
What is an "abstinence-based" program, and what is a "harm-reduction" program?
Abstinence-based programs such as NA or AA will require members to have ceased use entirely before beginning groups. Harm-reduction programs focus upon ways to keep individuals safe and able to affectively work towards sustainable recovery, which can include welcoming them into treatment while still in active use.
500
What year was Endeavor established and started providing services? (If you are within 5 years I will give the points to you)
1972
500
This Rock Band formed in 1986 in Buffalo, NY. They are known for their hits of "Iris" and "Sympathy" name the band.
The Goo Goo Dolls