What's He Using
The oldest known intoxicating substance used specifically for recreational purposes (even dating back to biblical times)
What is alcohol
This mental disorder affects over 300 million people worldwide. Symptoms include irritability, feelings of hopelessness, changes in sleep and eating habits and difficulty concentrating.
What is Depression
lack of confidence in oneself and one's abilities.
What is self-doubt?
A strong (uncontrollable) addictive urge that can pull you in a way you may not want to go if you are not careful
What is Craving
Well-known comedic actor who struggled for years with addiction to many drugs, including heroin. He was found dead from a drug overdose in his apartment in October of 1997.
Who is Chris Farley?
Class of drugs used medicinally for thousands of years to relieve physical pain but nowadays often abused to relieve emotional pain
What are Opiates
It is important to learn to manage this uncomfortable mental experience that can occur when we worry or stress over things
What is Anxiety
"uncertainty, risk, and emotional exposure." -Brene Brown
What is vulnerability
Self management and recovery training
What is Smart Recovery?
(1990’s) Singer of one of the most popular grunge bands in the 1990’s shot himself in the head in 1994 at the age of 27, addicted to heroin
Who is Kurt Cobain
a synthetic and prescription; This drug is a powerful pain reliever, with 50 to 100 times the potency of Morphine.
What is fentanyl
a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions which may include include tremors, fast breathing, racing thoughts and tachycardia.
What is a panic attack
Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and acceptance are the stages of ____.
What are the stages of grief? (Elizabeth Kubler-Ross)
"Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves."
What is step 4
(1980’s) John Belushi was a legendary actor and comedian who shocked the world when he overdosed and died from mixing cocaine and heroin in 1982 at the height of his fame. He was on the original lineup of what longstanding TV show (Still airs today)
What is Saturday Night Live
The vast majority of people who use this legal plant use it as often as 10 or 20 times a day despite knowing it is the number one killer of all addictive substances in the world
What is Tobacco
This mental health condition often begins in childhood and can persist into adulthood. It may contribute to low self-esteem, troubled relationships, and difficulty at school or work. Symptoms include limited attention and hyperactivity.
What is ADD/ADHD
1) Pre-contemplation
2) Contemplation
3) Preparation
4) Action
5) Maintenance
What are the stages of change?
With more severe addiction (particularly opioid and alcohol) if the cravings are overwhelming it may be wise to consider seeing a doctor for this
Craving Medication (naltrexone/vivatrol etc.)
The lead singer (of an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1965) moved to Paris after the band’s long run of success wound down. In 1971, he died in his bathtub of a heart attack triggered by an overdose of heroin.
Who is Jim Morrison?
a tropical evergreen tree in the coffee family native to Southeast Asia, where it has been used in herbal medicine since at least the nineteenth century. It has opioid properties and some stimulant-like effects. This drug can cause severe withdrawal symptoms and has a high potential for abuse.
What is Kratom
Sometimes addiction can be directly linked to deeply disturbing or distressing experiences that occurred earlier in life; all of which is a mental condition called:
What is PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)
Self-deception, rationalization, justification and excuse making are all symptoms of this and addicts/alcoholics need to learn how to manage it.
What is Denial
a detailed inventory of the suffering you have experienced in association with your addictions. Share the inventory with your mentor to understand the nature of your addiction/suffering.
what is First Truth of Refuge Recovery
The bassist for a groundbreaking punk band died of an overdose of heroin while on bail for being charged with his girlfriend's murder in 1979.
Who is Sid Vicious?