Disease Concept
True or False:
Addiction is a chronic disease
True
Drugs of abuse target the brain's reward system by flooding the circuit with what neurotransmitter?
Dopamine
False.
What can you do to improve your dopamine receptors in your brain?
"Hedonic therapy" - Exercise, pleasurable activities, "having fun"
How is the brain changed by addiction?:
a) Structure
b) Function
c) Both
C - Both
What is the name of the brain adaptation that causes substances to become less pleasurable?
Tolerance
What can you do to experience immediate stress symptom improvement?
(Answer vary but may include: Talk about it, engage in a healthy activity, meet a basic need)
What are three risk factors for developing addiction?
Genetics, trauma, early use, sensitivity, mental health issues, low parental supervision, availability, peer influence (and more)
What are the three characteristics of addiction?
(Need at least 2/3 correct to score)
Cravings
Loss of Control
Continued Use Despite Consequences
What factors impact how likely a substance will lead to addiction?
(Need at least 2/3 correct to score)
- Speed
- Intensity
- Reliability
What can you do to improve stress management long term?
Answers vary but may include: Meditation, setting aside personal time, taking care of physical and mental health
What three brain processes are impacted by addiction?
(Need at least 2/3 correct to score)
Pleasure/Reward
Learning
Memory