Substance Abuse 101
Most common addiction across the nation...
As of 2020, 79.5% of Americans abuse alcohol
Substance with a high death rate in the U.S., higher than suicide
Fentanyl
Professional specializing in treating mental & emotional disorders is known as...
Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Therapist, Counselor
Is the fastest addicting drug...
Nicotine
Can be Internal and external. Provocation to relapse
Trigger
With continued substance abuse the brain will stop producing this brain chemical that enables pleasure..
Dopamine
A realization period for someone suffering from addiction. It’s a stage where they will look outside of themselves, or inside of themselves, and find a newfound perspective or purpose.
Spiritual Awakening
Feelings of worry, uneasiness, or dread...
Anxiety
A powerful desire for something that usually passes.
Craving
A higher power
P.A.W.S. acronym
P=Post
A=Acute
W=Withdrawal
S=Syndrome
Treatment that includes living onsite and receiving group and individual therapies.
Residential Facility
Our brain learns by _________ and _________
Repetition and reward
1st symptom experienced as a sign you're developing a substance abuse disorder...
Increased tolerance
They help us manage our emotions related to difficult times to improve emotional health and help us grow as people. Behaviors, attitudes, and approaches
Healthy Coping skills
This psychoactive substance, when heavily used during adolescence, is linked to an increased risk of developing psychotic disorders later in life.
THC
How long can post acute withdrawal symptoms last for alcohol?
Symptoms can last from several months up to two years, with sleep disturbances potentially persisting for 1–3 years.
H.A.L.T. Acronym
H=Hungry
A=Angry
L=Lonely
T=Tired
This condition, characterized by the inability to feel pleasure, can persist for weeks or months after discontinuing chronic stimulant use like methamphetamine or cocaine.
Anhedonia