Addiction
What are DT's? What does DT stand for?
Delirium tremens, also called alcohol withdrawal delirium (AWD), is a severe type of withdrawal from alcohol.
This is the process by which bacteria or yeast chemically convert sugar into alcohol
Fermentation
Serotonin is a compound present in the body as a neurotransmitter and a precursor of other substances including epinephrine
True or False
False- Dopamine
Serotonin is a compound present in blood platelets and serum which constricts the blood vessels and acts as a neurotransmitter
Inhalants have what type of property when inhaled?
Psychoactive
This term is used to describe the concentration of alcohol in a drink and is derived from doubling the percentage of alcohol by volume
Proof
_____ can be added to heroin to increase potency. This drug is primarily manufactured in Mexico.
What is Fentanyl
According to the physician who wrote the "Doctor's Opinion" in the Big Book, "the phenomenon of ____________ is limited to chronic alcoholics, and never occurs in the average temperate drinker."
Craving
Stimulants, when taken for long periods, can induce a mental state of hallucinations and extreme paranoid delusions called psychosis.
TRUE OR FALSE
True
Who are the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous
Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith
When Bill Wilson brought his message of hope to Dr. Bob Smith, the concept of one alcoholic helping another was formed, and Alcoholics Anonymous grew from there.
What is the second stage of change? (give an explanation)
Contemplation- is the stage in which people are aware that a problem exists and are seriously thinking about overcoming it but have not yet made a commitment to take action
Symptoms you experience several weeks or months after you have finished detoxing that are related to the body healing from substance use
PAWS
This drug is proven to kill the flu virus in multiple studies.
What is crystal meth
Heroin often contains additives, such as sugar, starch, or powdered milk, that can clog blood vessels leading to the lungs, liver, kidneys, or brain, causing permanent damage.
True or False
TRUE
An ___________ is an orchestrated attempt by one or many people – usually family and friends – to get someone to seek professional help with an addiction or some kind of traumatic event or crisis, or other serious problem.
Intervention
What is the first area of the brain compromised from alcohol?
Cerebral Cortex- causes confusion and lowers inhibitions
Which state has the highest percentage of FATAL drunk driving accidents?
a.) Montana
b.) Alaska
c.) Massachusetts
d.) Michigan
Montana
Adjusting for population, Montana has the highest percentage of fatal accidents caused by drunk driving (48%),
According to the forward of the Big Book, what percentage of alcoholics who came to A.A. achieved total sobriety?
a.) 50%
b.) 35%
c.) 47%
d.) 70%
50% got sober and stayed that way.
People often become addicted only a day or two after first using a drug.
True or false?
False
How quickly a person can become addicted to a drug depends on the drug used and the person's sensitivity to the drug. It usually takes longer than a few days. Some drugs are more addictive than others.
________ is a slang term that refers to the mixing of cocaine with heroin or benzodiazepines
Speedballing
usually involves injecting or snorting the drug combination. People may consume it to lengthen or intensify a high. However, they will also experience the negative side effects of both drugs. Further, using both substances at the same time leads to an increased overdose chance for a number of reasons. One factor is an increased need for oxygen, paired with a decreased breathing rate.
What does SMART stand for in smart recovery?
“Self-Management and Recovery Training.”
The purpose of ______ is to help the families and friends of alcoholics deal with and recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend.
Al-Anon
Which substance affects the part of the brain that regulates breathing and heart rate which causes sleepiness, unconsciousness or death.
Alcohol
Genetic makeup of genes are responsible for 40-60 % of the total risk for developing a substance use disorder
True of False?
TRUE
__________ are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood (0-17 years). For example: experiencing violence, abuse, or neglect. witnessing violence in the home or community.
Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE)
______ after your first sip, alcohol races to your bain, slowing down the chemicals and pathways that your brain uses to send messages.
A- 30 seconds
B- 45 seconds
C- 1 minute
A- 30 seconds