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What does MID stand for?
Massachusetts Impaired Driver
What is used to quickly reverse an overdose, available as an inject-able, nasal spray and auto-inject-able?
Naloxone (Narcan)
A medication designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdose. It is an opioid antagonist—meaning that it binds to opioid receptors and can reverse and block the effects of other opioids. It can very quickly restore normal respiration to a person whose breathing has slowed or stopped as a result of overdosing with heroin or prescription opioid pain medications.
What percentage of people with mouth cancer are heavy drinkers?
7/10 so 70%
Is HIV spread through Saliva?
NO
But it does contain almost undetectable amounts of HIV, but this trace amount is so small that it is impossible to get HIV from kissing someone. You would have to drink 7 liters of their saliva and have an open wound to get HIV.
What virus causes AIDS?
HIV
What is more severe Bipolar I or Bipolar II?
Bipolar I
What organ does alcohol impact the most?
The liver.
- liver breaks down alcohol and the toxins it releases. Byproducts damage liver cells. Heavy drinking over a few days can cause fat to build up in the liver. Can cause fatty liver and alcoholic hepatitis. Prolonged liver dysfunction can harm the brain.
What is high intensity drinking?
Consumption of two or more times the gender-specific thresholds for binge drinking, which means 10 or more standard drinks for males and 8 or more standard drinks for females.
What are genetic factors?
Some people may inherit a vulnerability to the addictive properties of drugs.
How many standard drinks is considered binge drinking for men and women?
Men: 5 drinks
Women: 4 drinks
What are 2 signs of an overdose?
What is an antibody?
Antibodies are a specific type of white blood cell. The human body makes specific antibodies to fight against certain illnesses. There is a different antibody for each illness. HIV has its own antibodies.
What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It is a type of therapy based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. It involves challenging automatic negative thoughts and utilizing healthy behaviors (coping skills) to improve overall well being.
Fentanyl is how much stronger than heroin?
Fentanyl is a synthetic (man-made) opioid 50 times more potent than heroin
How long does Narcan last?
Narcan wears off in 30 to 90 minutes.
Because most opioids last longer than that, Narcan may wear off before the effects of the opioids wear off and that person may go into overdose again, Narcan may repeated without harm if the person overdoses again.
What is the relationship between mental health and substance use?
Mental illnesses can be risk factors for substance use (self-medicating).
Substance use can cause mental illnesses (depression, anxiety, substance induced psychosis).
Substance use can make a person more vulnerable to trauma.
How many people die each day from alcohol related car accidents in the US?
30 people
What are 3 symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
Restlessness or feeling keyed up/on edge, easily fatigued, difficulty concentrating or mind going blank, irritability, muscle tension, sleep disturbance
What is the formal diagnosis for "wet brain"?
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
What is a term for an individual who has a mental disorder along with a substance use disorder?
A dual diagnosis
What are 2 consequences of operating under the influence of alcohol while already suspended for an OUI?
Could be charged with 2 crimes at once: OUI & OUI with a suspended license.
Minimum 1-year mandatory jail sentence (up to 2.4 years)
fine of $2,500 to 10,000
1 year license suspension
What is the pleasure chemical in our brains that plays a major role in substance abuse and addiction?
Dopamine
What is Melanies Law?
Made penalties for OUIs more severe (especially repeat offenders) and made it easier to prosecute repeat offenders. It was named after Melanie Powell, 13-year-old girl killed by a drunk driver with multiple OUIs. Contains other provisions that address underage drivers, breathalyzer refusal, and ignition interlock devices.
What is one short-term effect of alcohol on the digestive system?
Possible answers:
- In small amounts can improve digestion because it increases stomach acid.
- In large amounts (3 or more) hinders digestion.
- Disables transport of nutrients to the blood stream
Are people with mental illnesses more likely to be violent? What percentage of violent acts can be attributed to people with a mental illness?
People with mental illness are no more likely to be violent than others. Only 3-5% of violent acts can be attributed to people with a mental illness. People with a mental illness are 10x more likely to be victims of violent crime.