Definitions
_________ is continuous use of a substance despite the negative consequences it causes in different areas of one's life (work, relationships, health, legal, etc.).
What is Addiction
1 in 5 people experience this throughout their lifetime.
What is mental illness
List 2 people or organizations you can talk to if you have questions or concerns regarding mental health or substance use problems?
what is family, friends, pastors, mental health counselors, substance use counselors, school counselors, crisis line, 911
________ is more then just a feeling of unhappiness. Common symptoms of this condition are; trouble concentrating, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, helplessness, irritability, loss of interest, significant changes in apatite, thoughts of suicide, etc.
What is Depression
A wide range of conditions that are defined as a disturbance in thoughts and emotions that can decrease a persons ability to function.
What is mental health disorders / mental illness
Give 2 examples of mood-alerting drug that are sometimes known as stimulants or ‘uppers’?
What is Caffeine, Nicotine, Cocaine , Methamphetamine, Ecstasy or MDMA, "Bath Salts", Prescription Stimulants: Amphetamine, Methylphenidate
This condition is associated with; excessive worry nervousness, restlessness, increased heartrate, feelings of impending doom, rapid breathing, sweating, trembling, feeling weak/tried, trouble concentrating, sleep issues, stomach problems, avoidance, etc.
What is Anxiety
________ is a serious and sometimes deadly consequence of drinking large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time. ( Drinking too much too quickly can affect your breathing, heart rate, body temperature and gag reflex and potentially lead to coma and death.)
Alcohol Poisoning
What is the percentage of people have a substance abuse problem and mental illness (Co-Occurring Disorders)?
20%
Hallucinations appear real and vivid to the person experiencing them. They are a distortion in a persons perception of reality. Explain what a person may experience if they have a hallucination
What is : hear, see, taste, smell or feel something that does not actually exist
The nicotine in one portion of chewing tobacco or "dip" is equal to how many cigarettes?
what is 3 to 4 cigarettes
Having a short attention span, being easily distracted, having difficulty organizing tasks, being unable to sit still, fidgeting, difficulty concentrating, excessive talking, impulsive behaviors, etc. can all be symptoms of this condition.
What is Attention defficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD)
Unpleasant symptoms (the shakes, irritability, insomnia, anxiety etc...) that follow the discontinuation or decrease of drug use as the body attempts to restore itself.
What is Withdrawal
Having 4 drinks within 2 hours (for women), and having 5 drinks within 2 hours (for men) is considered _______.
What is binge drinking
Name two substances that are known as " depressants" or downers"
What is alcohol, heroin, and sometimes marijuana
Individuals with this condition can have an altered perception of reality. Common symptoms include; hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, impaired emotional expression, etc.
What is Schizophrenia
This category of drugs are sometimes called “uppers", as they cause; elevation of mood, reduced fatigue, a sense of increased alertness, and invigorating aggressiveness.
What are stimulants
Approximately 1% of the population are diagnosed with this mental health condition.
What is Schizophrenia
In this stage of change an individual is not willing to make change or is not thinking of change.
What is Pre-contemplation
Bipolar disorder typically consists of three states. Name 2 out of the three states:
What is mania, depression, and baseline level of functioning.