Patterns of Use
Someone occasionally uses a vape pen with nicotine for "fun" when hanging out with friends, but only smokes the vape pen in social settings
Recreational
Prolonged and consistent feelings of overwhlem and pressure
Chronic Stress
The average age when the brain is fully developed
25
The major physical change during adolecence is
Puberty
What are two healthy ways to increase levels of dopamine?
Set and achieve small goals, Get enough sleep, Self care rituals, Learn something new, Read a favorite book, celebrate small wins, etc.
Someone smokes marijuana once because they were curious after hearing friends talking about it
Experimental
Three causes of chronic stress
Familial issues
Living in poverty/limited access to resources
Stressors from work and/or school
Sudden life changes (divorce, loss of relationship)
Traumatic events (car accident, death of loved one, major illness)
The system that helps to develop patterns or habits when you feel good
Brain Reward System
The adolescent life stage starts at age ___ and ends at ____
12-18
What is referred to as the "Reward Chemical" in the brain?
A person smokes marijuana every evening after school as part of their routine
Regular
Unhealthy methods for dealing with chronic stress
Substance use, chronic video gaming, isolation*, avoidance, binge eating, risky behaviors
The part of the brain responsible for decision making and self control
Prefrontal Cortex
What are 4 of the "happy chemicals" in the brain?
Dopamine, Serotonin, Oxytocin, Endorphins
Someone's uses marijuana multiple times a day to avoid feeling anxious or irritable
Dependent
exercising, eating healthy, setting goals, getting good sleep, self care activities, hobbies, mindfulness, etc.
Hijacked
Although teens experience emotions as strongly as adults do, however why do teens experience 'emotional rollercoasters' more so than adults
Decision making part of brain is still developing and limbic system is highly active
What are some common signs that your brain's happy chemicals might be running low?
Depressive symptoms, irritability, low interest, low levels of affection, symptoms of anxiety, sleep problems, etc.
A person eats an entire edible containing a high dose of THC in an effort to experience intense effects
Binge
Five signs of chronic stress
Aches and pains
Decreased energy
Difficulty sleeping
Disorganized thinking
Fatigue
Feeling a loss of control
Feelings of helplessness
Gastrointestinal complaints
Limbic System
Infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, adolescent, early adulthood, middle adulthood and late adulthood
What is something that can cause your brain to unnaturally release higher levels of dopamine?
Substance use, such as marijuana use- which can cause your brain to reinforce the use to achieve the higher level of "rewarding effects"