-Uncontrollable craving for the drug -Loss of control -Use despite negative consequences - chronic, biological brain disease -Psychological dependence -Physical dependence
What is addiction
A group for men and women who have a desire to stop using drugs or alcohol. Ex. NA, AA, CA….etc
What are 12 Step Meetings?
1)The user 2)Family 3)Children 4)Co-workers 5)Parents 6)Siblings 7)Friends 8)Community
Who are those affected by substance abuse?
•Medication •Behavioral therapy •Groups •Rehab •Inpatient/outpatient •Recreational •Occupational •Medical •Voc. Rehab •Music
What are treatment options
1. People 2. Places 3. Things
What are triggers
Information or an emergency kit to help an individual from using again. This kit could include 12 step information, important phone numbers, healthy recreational activities to participate in.
What is a relapse prevention plan
A person that helps guide a person through the recovery process.
What is a sponsor
A desire or dream you try to achieve in a certain amount of time, no matter the costs.
What are goals
Name three thought stopping techniques
What is exercise, reading a book, going to the movies, shopping, calling a friend, going to a meeting
Name two different types of 12 step meetings?
What is NA, AA, MA or Gamblers Anonymous.
Addictive Behavior
Lying, stealing, irresponsible behavior
What are some things that
What is something non risk
________________ is the pleasure chemical in our brains that plays a major role in substance abuse and addiction
What is Dopamine
Live and let live, Keep it simple, One day at a time, Let go and let God are examples of what?
What are 12 step slogans
The first stage of treatment
What is Detoxification
Our brain learns by ________ and _________.
What is repetition and reward
Name the two types of triggers?
What is Internal and External Triggers
What are the requirements of a sponsor
What are honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness.
For the best chance of staying sober, what is the MINIMUM length of time a person should stay in treatment?
What is 90 days.
5 skills you have learned in treatment to overcome cravings and triggers
(this is a question with many answers. Must answer in form of question still). What is (are) a sponsor, a relapse prevention plan, laughter, service, work, being with family, hobbies etc.