The Addicted Brain
Most drugs release what chemical in the brain?
Dopamine
"I didn't study enough for the test and that is why I failed" Is an example of what type of locus of control?
Internal
What does the T in TIPP stand for?
Temperature
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
What year did Facebook launch?
2004
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.
"I can't change the situation I am in. It's all up to the court" is the example of what type of locus of control?
External
What does the O in STOP stand for?
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 was the first Pixar movie?
Toy Story
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.
"Things are hard right now but I am going to do what I can" is an example of what type of locus of control?
Internal
What are the STOP and TIPP skills used for?
Distress tolerance/Crisis
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 boxer was known as “The Greatest” and “The People’s Champion”?
Muhammad Ali
How many months of sobriety does it take for the brain to heal?
4-24 months.
"I am just going to sleep because nothing matters anyway" is an example of what type of locus of control?
External
Name a skill other than STOP or TIPP to help prevent a relapse.
Mindfulness, deep breathing, etc
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
What luxury brand is known for its iconic red-soled shoes?
Christian Louboutin
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
Give an example of a way to have an internal locus of control in your life?
Doing group work, doing homework, getting treatment, etc.
Why is it helpful to know your stickman?
To help you identify what is going on and to prevent you from getting to a crisis point.
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 is the term for a word that is used to represent a sound, like “buzz” or “clang”?
Onomatopoeia