12-Step
When did AA first start?
1935
Who founded Skypoint?
Caleigh Hoskins
What are depressants?
Slow down brain activity, producing a calming, relaxing, or drowsy effect. They are often used to relieve stress or anxiety.
You are actively modifying your behavior, your environment, or your habits to overcome the issue. This stage requires the highest level of commitment, time, and energy.
Action stage of change.
The final stage is a chronic condition where use becomes compulsive and uncontrollable. Individuals will continue seeking out and using the substance despite severe, destructive consequences to their health, finances, career, and personal relationships.
Addiction
When did NA start?
1953.
Who is the clinical director?
Chase Klingshorn
What are stimulants?
Accelerate the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, heart rate, and blood pressure.
You are aware that a problem exists and are seriously considering changing, but you have not yet made a firm commitment to act. You are actively weighing the pros and cons.
Contemplation.
Use becomes more frequent and predictable (e.g., daily or every weekend). Individuals may begin to rely on the substance to cope with stress, social anxiety, or negative emotions, even though it may start causing minor disruptions in their daily lives.
Misuse / Regular Use
What was Bill Wilson's wife's name?
Lois Wilson
Who is apart of your (clinical) treatment team?
What chemical in the brain is altered due to drugs?
You have successfully sustained your new, changed behavior for at least six months. The main goal during this phase is to consolidate your gains and actively prevent relapse.
Maintenance
As the brain and body get accustomed to the substance, larger or more frequent doses are required to achieve the same initial euphoric or calming effects. The brain's chemistry adjusts, fundamentally altering how it processes rewards and pleasure.
Increased Tolerance
How many pages are in the big book (minus the stories)?
164.
How long has Miss Racheal worked at Skypoint?
1 year!
Which drug(s) withdrawal could cause death?
Alcohol and Benzos.
You have no intention of changing your behavior in the foreseeable future. You may be unaware of the problem or in denial about its negative impact.
Precontemplation
This is the first time an individual tries a substance, usually driven by curiosity, peer pressure, or a desire to experience altered moods. At this stage, use is typically voluntary, but it opens the door to continued use.
Initial Use / Experimentation
What was AA based off of?
The Oxford group.
About how long does PHP last? About how long does IOP last?
PHP - about 2 months. IOP - about 4 months.
Which state has the most rehab centers?
California with 2,000+ rehab centers.
You are gearing up to take action. You might be planning specific steps, gathering resources, or intending to alter your behavior within the next 30 days.
Preparation
This stage is characterized by physical and psychological reliance. The individual's body requires the substance to function normally. If they attempt to stop or cut back, they will experience uncomfortable, and sometimes dangerous, physical or psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Dependence