Which substance has been linked to liver failure, cirrhosis, and even death?
Alcohol
What is step one
We admitted we were powerless over our addiction that our lives had become unmanageable.
Life is on life's terms and people will be people
but these 3 things are on my terms, to change, I must look deeper
Thoughts, feelings, and actions
What are the external and internal factors that play a role in relapse called?
Triggers
What is the name for two disorders occurring at the same time?
Co-occurring or dual-diagnosis
estimated 9.2 mil will experience both in a given year
It is illegal to operate a vehicle with the blood alcohol content of...?
0.08
What is the serenity prayer
God, grant me the Serenity to Accept the things I cannot change, the Courage to change the things I can, and the Wisdom to know the difference.
To avoid this, I must take control of my mind
If not there is no doubt, that compulsion is not far behind.
Obsession
What is a high risk place you would want to avoid to lower your chances of relapse
The bar, old using places, liquor stores, trap houses, the westside
What are three signs of anxiety
shallow breathing, sweating, racing thoughts
What are three signs of an opioid overdose
shallow breathing, loss of consciousness, blue skin
Who are the founders of AA
Bill Wilson and Br. Bob
I told myself countless times that I would behave
and that I wouldnt use no more
but these things kept me fouling up and rotton to the core.
Core Beliefs.
What are three reasons to stop using substances
health, family, sanity
What mental health diagnosis is commonly linked to trauma
PTSD
In 2017 _ was responsible for more than 28,000 deaths in the U.S. which is more deaths than from any other type of opioid.
Fentanyl
What is a sponsor?
A person who guides you through the program
Alas, the culpret of me feeling sad and acting mad.
My thinking
If you practice these, you will be less likely to have a craving.
Thought stopping techniques
What mental health illness do most people with cocaine/crack addictions struggle with..
Depression
The use of Marijuana before what age may have an impact on brain development?
25 yrs
When was Alcoholics Anonymous founded
1935
Hot! Cold! Smoldering! Ablaze!
I was trapped in a maze
these things had me all over the place.
Feelings
What are the 3 stages of relapse.
Emotional, Mental, Physical
What mental health condition is commonly caused by Methamphetamine use
Psychosis and/or schizophrenia