Science and Addiction
The rates of heart disease, stroke, HIV, Hepatitis, and mental disorders move in this direction when addiction is also present
increase, go up, or get worse
We experience these in our mind, heart and gut and it is important to learn how to manage our reaction to them
Feelings/ emotions
A strong urge or desire that can pull you in a way you may not want to go
Craving
This artist was referred to as the King of Pop, died due to complications from substance use in 2009
Michael Jackson
Whatever the substance is, once addiction to that substance occurs for long enough this important organ drastically changes the way it functions
brain
It is essential to learn to eliminate this negative emotion which stems from holding on to anger and grudges
Anger/ resentment
The essential inner drive, focus and desire, that brings about positive change and attainment of goals
Motivation
Despite being one of the most well-known and well-respected US historical figures, this 16th president of the United States was known to struggle with a mood disorder
Abraham Lincoln
This neurotransmitter is closely linked to the mind's reward system and is commonly associated with pleasure and reinforcement
dopamine
Failure to recognize the truth about a problem is often referred to as this
Denial
Something just about everyone needs when overcoming a difficult challenge, because it is so difficult to do it alone
Support
Pop diva icon was found in her bathtub in 2012, dead at 49
Whitney Houston
These hormones often referred to as the "feel-good" hormones, are released during activities that promote well-being, like exercise, laughter, creative expression, and socialization
Endorphins
This is the term for a sudden, intense, and overwhelming episode of fear or discomfort, often accompanied by physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, and sweating
Panic Attack
Can be both a physical or mental symptom from suddenly stopping or cutting back on a substance
Withdrawal
Singer of one of the most popular grunge bands in the 1990’s shot himself in 1994 at the age of 27, and also suffered with substance use
Kurt Cobain
This highly advanced and complex area of the human brain is associated with decision-making and impulse control, and is strongly impacted by addiction and intoxication
prefrontal cortex
This two-word term is used to describe the phenomenon where an individual experiences both a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder at the same time?
Co-occurring Disorders or Dual Diagnosis
This evidence-based approach to maintaining recovery from addiction involves identifying triggers and warning signs and then developing specific coping strategies to avoid a return to negative behaviors
Relapse Prevention
This world famous movie star shocked the world in 1962 from an overdose which some say was accidental, some say was suicide, and others say was murder
Marilyn Monroe