Disease Model of Addiction
BLANK->DEFECT->SYMPTOMS
ORGAN
Alcohol is processed in what organ?
The liver
This is the most common long-term effect of psychedelic use is, which can occur days, weeks, months and even years later after using. It can be triggered by the use of other drugs or by stress, fatigue or physical exercise. They are usually visual and last for a minute or two.
flashbacks
SMART Goals are: Specific, BLANK, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
Measurable
Practicing THIS is the act of showing appreciation for the good things in your life, both big and small
Gratitude
What is one word to describe the purpose of the midbrain?
Survival
Heavy drinking can cause a deficiency of this vitamin, which can lead to changes in the brain, like dementia.
vitamin B1/Thiamin
This class of drug means they slow down the messages travelling between the brain and the body. They include alcohol, cannabis, benzodiazepines and heroin.
depressant drugs
What is Step One in AA?
We admitted we were powerless to our use—that our lives had become unmanageable.
This is the non-judgmental, present-moment awareness of internal experiences (thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations) and external surroundings. It is the practice of noticing what is happening right now, without trying to change it, evaluate it, or react to it when using mindfulness.
Observations
Drugs cause WHAT to surge in the midbrain reward system?
DOPAMINE (Glutimate is returned)
About what percent of alcohol-related deaths in 2023 were from chronic conditions, which develop from drinking alcohol over time?
About 45%,
56%,
*67% (117,000 deaths)*
78%
This illegal drug is the substance most often found in the blood of drivers involved in fatal car crashes.
Marijuana
This is a recovery program that allows people to build sober connections through recreational activities based on location.
Phoenix Group
THIS is the phone number you call, in the US, if you are having a mental health crisis.
9-8-8
The BLANK set point resets due to high stress levels?
Hedonic
The “alcohol” in alcoholic beverages such as wine, beer, and spirits is actually BLANK. It’s the only type of alcohol that you can drink without causing serious damage to your body.
ethanol, or ethyl alcohol.
Opioids bind to opioid receptors which depresses this system, made up of the brain and spinal column.
central nervous system
This term refers to the behavior of someone who has stopped using substances but continues to act in the same addictive, emotional way.
Dry Drunk OR sober not in recovery
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
This is the one word term for Pleasure Deafness.
Anhedonia
For women, BLANK or more drinks in two hours is considered binge drinking. For men, it’s BLANK or more drinks in two hours.
4, 5
Since this category of drugs can rapidly increase heart rate and body temperature, an overdose can result in seizures, hyperthermia, stroke, heart attack, or death.
stimulants
What are the stages of change?
Pre-contemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance, (Relapse)
THESE represent positive personality traits that are observable actions reflecting a person's values
Character strengths/virtues