Recovery 1
What is the most commonly abused substance in the United States?
Alcohol
Substance with a high death rate in the U.S., higher than suicide
Fentanyl
Professional specializing in treating mental & emotional disorders is known as...
Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Therapist, Counselor
What intervention claims that thoughts cause emotions which then cause behaviors
CBT (cognitive behavior therapy)
On average, how long does it take for a craving to pass?
15-30 minutes
A____ is always necessary for an individual to take control of their future sobriety and avoid future relapse.
What is a Relapse Prevention Plan
what is considered the opposite of addiction?
human connection
What is one of the biggest factors in maintaining long term sobriety?
A strong support network/system
What is the difference between goals and values?
Goals are things you accomplish or complete. Values are things that guide you. Values is not something you complete
What drug can be prescribed to treat both alcohol and opioid dependence?
Naltrexone
They help us manage our emotions related to difficult times to improve emotional health and help us grow as people. Behaviors, attitudes, and approaches
Healthy Coping skills
A powerful desire for something that usually passes.
Craving
What does PAWS stand for?
Post Acute Withdrawal symptoms
Routine or structure
True of False:
Post acute withdrawal symptoms can last anywhere from 6 months up to two years.
True
With continued substance abuse the brain will stop producing this brain chemical that enables pleasure..
Dopamine
True or False:
One of the main differences between a disorder and a disease is that a disease typically has a known underlying cause while a disorder may not have a clear or identified cause.
True
At least three months but less than 12 months
Cannabis withdrawal syndrome has been clinically defined by the following symptoms; irritation, decreased appetite, mood swings, sweating or chills, anxiety or nervousness, difficulty sleeping
True
Most addictive substance
Sugar