Jeopardy

Neurobiology of addiction

100

The brain structure that forms strong emotional memories and is activated by triggers and cues

Amygdala

200

This term describes the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new pathways during recovery.  

neuroplasticity

300

This electrolyte imbalance can occur during alcohol withdrawal and increase seizure risk.

low magnesium

400

This brain region acts like the “brakes” of the brain and is often underactive during addiction‑related impulsive decisions.

prefrontal cortex

500

This term describes the brain’s ability to heal and form new pathways during recovery.

neuroplasticity

Psychology of Addiction

100

This type of learning explains how environmental cues can trigger cravings.  

classical conditioning

200

This psychological concept explains why people may return to old habits during stress, even after progress.  

regression

300

This hormone, released during stress, can increase cravings and risk of relapse.  

cortisol

400

This model views addiction as influenced by genetics, environment, and behavior.

biopsychosocial model

500

This alcohol‑related deficiency can lead to confusion, poor coordination, and memory problems.

thiamine deficiency

TV Shows

100

This series follows a chemistry teacher who becomes a meth manufacturer.

Breaking Bad

200

This show features a theme park populated by lifelike robots gaining consciousness.

Westworld?

300

This comedy follows a group of friends who hang out at MacLaren’s Pub.

How I Met Your Mother

400

This show features a forensic analyst who moonlights as a vigilante serial killer.

Dexter

500

This show features a blind lawyer who fights crime as a masked vigilante.

Daredevil

Movies

100

This 1999 film reveals that the main character has been dead the whole time.

The Sixth Sense

200

This film features the famous line "Why so serious?'

The Dark Knight

300

This 1991 thriller features a cannibalistic psychiatrist.

The Silence of the Lambs

400

This 1960 film shocked audiences by killing off its main character halfway through.

Psycho

500

This 2001 cult film stars Jake Gyllenhaal and features a giant, ominous rabbit named Frank.

Donnie Darko

Random

100

This animal is the fastest land animal

cheetah

200

This country has the largest population in the world.

China? (India recently surpassed it — both answers acceptable depending on year.)

300

This actor voiced Donkey in Shrek.

Eddie Murphy

400

This country has the most time zones in the world.

France

500

This TV show holds the record for the most Emmy wins in history.

Game of Thrones