Expectations and Etiquette
Why are side conversations frowned upon?
Distracts everyone, disrespects the speaker, can interrupt someone processing trauma, Emma hates redirecting
Model a coping skill you use for the group
Well done!
Why can negative self talk cause a relapse?
It creates self doubt, unhappiness, assumptions
Name 2 benefits and 2 negatives of smoking marijuana
Benefits - y'all know those well!
Negatives - psychosis, delusions, hallucinations, increased anxiety/depression, weightgain, confusion, nausea
What is trauma? Give and example of a trauma
Developing mental health symptoms that are hard to live with after a life changing event
Johnny and Bill attend the same IOP. In IOP, Johnny says prejudiced things about Bill, and bill is angry. What should Bill do?
Tell the facilitator. Keep showing up
5-4-3-2-1 and one other technique learned in session
I'm impressed you were lisetening
Why does a lack of accountability cause mental health problems, including stress?
You are aware you are lying, you constantly wonder if others know, it eats you up
What's the difference between a stroke and a heart attack? (Bonus points- Which substances can cause this?)
stroke - head clot
heart attack - heart clot
Substances: uppers (meth, coke, non-prescription benzos); alcohol
Name 3 different ways you can show signs of trauma
Yep!
What can happen if you have 2 no shows, or chronic cancelations?
You can be placed on hold, be closed from services (if you don't answer your phone), or moved to a higher level of care
What coping skills can you use over the holidays/ on birthdays?
Sounds like you have a plan
Why is having something to look forward to, such as a safe physical space or a bucket list, good for your mental health?
You become more relaxed, it reduces anxiety and depression, it increases the happy hormones
Which diseases can POSSIBLY you get from long term substance use?
Hepatitis B/C, HIV/AIDS, Cancer, Sepsis, Erectile Dysfunction, stroke, heart attack, kidney failure, high-blood pressure, psychosis
What are the first signs of trauma? Name at least 1. (yes we talked about this)
insomnia, dysregulation (mood swings), cognitive distortions
What do you and your teammates think should be the consequences if someone comes to session under the influence?
Hmmm...
Name 5 coping skills and state when they should be used
Yeah!!!!
Explain the link between trauma and substance use
Great job!
Which organ is damaged by stimulants (Cocaine, crack, meth, non prescribed benzos) by making you lose concentration, become confused, become paranoid, become angry, or be in a state of psychosis? Bonus points if you can say how
The brain
Stimulants burn/strip away the myelin sheet
What is a cognitive distortion? Give an example
C - yippee!
Name and explain four main things needed for graduation
Accountability
Insight
Attendance
Negative Tests
What is the name (or description) of the skill Emma mentioned yesterday, used to help you when you are depressed.
Gratitude Journal
What percentage of men, and what percentage of women have experienced trauma?
60% men; 50% women
Name 8 organs impacted by alcohol - bonus points if you can say how
Brain, Endocrine System (thyroid, kidneys, reproductive organs), Gastro system (stomach and throat), heart, liver, lungs, muscles, pancreas
What's the difference between being emotionally numb, and emotionally dysregulated? Name a coping skill for each one
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