Substance Use Disorder
This neurotransmitter, often called the “feel-good chemical,” plays a big role in the brain’s reward system and addiction.
What is dopamine?
This is the “fight, flight, or freeze” response that comes from which part of the brain?
What is the amygdala?
Client has been talking fast, not sleeping, and feels like they’re invincible. They also reported heart palpitations and nosebleeds.
What is cocaine?
This is often the very first step in the recovery process and involves admitting there’s a problem.
What is acceptance?
This is the only organ in the human body that can rewire itself.
What is the brain?
This stage of change is when a person starts thinking seriously about making a change but hasn’t taken action yet.
What is contemplation?
This type of cognitive distortion is when you only focus on the negatives and ignore the positives.
What is filtering?
Client is dozing off during conversations, has pinpoint pupils, and seems very detached.
What are opioids?
This recovery tool involves identifying situations, thoughts, or feelings that can lead to a return to use.
What are triggers?
True or False: Laughter can boost your immune system and reduce pain.
What is true?
This defense mechanism minimizes how serious your substance use actually is.
What is denial?
This is the most common mental health condition in the U.S., often involving constant worry or restlessness.
What is anxiety?
Client appears agitated, talks rapidly, hasn’t slept in two days, and believes people are watching them.
What is methamphetamine?
This strategy focuses on balancing a person’s life through healthy habits like exercise, nutrition, and sleep.
What is self-care?
This common beverage contains a drug that’s technically classified as a stimulant and can lead to withdrawal symptoms like headaches and irritability.
What is coffee (or caffeine)?
The three stages of the addiction cycle are: binge/intoxication, withdrawal/negative affect, and this third stage.
What is preoccupation/anticipation (or craving)?
This is the term for having both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder at the same time.
What is co-occurring disorder (or dual diagnosis)?
Client is very social, has dilated pupils, clenched jaw, and is overly affectionate.
What is MDMA (ecstasy)?
Name one protective factor that helps reduce the risk of relapse.
What is social support / coping skills / stable housing / spirituality?
This U.S. president established the first federal commission on mental health, but also declared the “War on Drugs,” creating a legacy that's both praised and criticized in the behavioral health field.
Who is Richard Nixon?
The acronym “HALT” stands for these four triggers that can increase risk of relapse.
What are Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired?
This type of therapy focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Client appears very relaxed and hungry, laughing at things that aren't that funny. Their eyes are red and glassy.
What is cannabis?
This concept emphasizes being responsible for your actions and recovery journey.
What is accountability?
The Rat Park study in the 1970s, observed rats' behavior when isolated versus in an enriched environment. The study showed that isolation led to higher levels of addictive behavior. How did they test addiction in this experiment?
What is drug-laced water?