Mindfulness
Name a way to be more mindful
be intentional, listen, notice the senses, grounding, etc
"I have been going to group for 2 weeks now, I should be better"
Unreasonable expectations.
Most drugs release what chemical in the brain?
Dopamine
The indecision is real at this stage. You might be wavering if you can or should try to change the behavior, and what losing it may mean for everyday life
Contemplation
Which state’s slogan is “The Bluegrass State”?
Kentucky
Stimulation of this nerve has shown promise as a therapeutic option in treatment-resistant anxiety disorders like PTSD
Vagus nerve
"I need you to stop chewing so loud"
Hyper-control of environment or others
What happens in your brain when you have a craving, and you don't satisfy the craving.
When you have a craving your brain thinks it’s going to get drugs, so it releases some reward chemicals. When it doesn’t get the drugs it was expecting your levels of reward chemicals drop, and you can feel bad, stressed, frustrated, sick or angry.
Why is it helpful to know what stage of change you are in?
It helps you assess readiness to change and the likelihood you will continue that change forward.
What's the most stolen grocery item?
Cheese
To know what you want and how to get you there.
"This is your fault, you make me angry"
Blaming others for emotional/behavioral responses
True or False: You can have an addiction without any mental health issues.
False. Substance use and mental health go hand in hand. While there might not always be significant issues, there is a reason we seek out substances.
You’re changing in this stage. You’ve put the pedal to the metal. You may be attending a support group, openly discussing your new behaviors with family and friends, referencing the negative behavior in the past tense, and keeping track of your progress
Action
Which brand’s slogan is “Good Til The Last Drop”? BONUS: Which famous person is this quoted from?
Maxwell House; Theodore Roosevelt
What has mindfulness been shown to help with?
Less emotional reactivity, Stress reduction, Reduced rumination, increased immune functioning, improvement to well-being
"I didn't say that you are crazy"...when you actually did say it.
Gaslighting
How many months of sobriety does it take for the brain to heal?
4-12 months.
Someone, like a therapist, friend, or family member, may have hinted at there being an issue or cause for concern, but you don’t believe them yet
Precontemplation
This movie was the first feature-length animated film ever released
Snow White
Name 3 things you are grateful for
Ex: family, friends, animals, seasons, etc
Throwing things
Destructive Behaviors
Why are drugs more addictive than natural rewards?
The brain of someone who misuses drugs adjusts by producing fewer neurotransmitters in the reward circuit, or by reducing the number of receptors that can receive signals. As a result, the person's ability to experience pleasure from naturally rewarding (i.e., reinforcing) activities is also reduced
When you’ve decided to make a behavior change and are ready to take action. You might still be gathering facts about the exact method you will use to make your change, such as finding a support group
Preparation
What condiment was used for its medicinal qualities in the 1800s
Ketchup