Name That Substance
This is the medication administered to someone if it is suspected they may be overdosing on opioids.
BONUS: What is the technical name for NARCAN?
Narcan
BONUS: NALOXONE
People within this stage of change do not view their behavior as problematic. They are not seriously considering any type of change and they are not open to receiving help.
Precontemplation
In this shielding technique, a person will continually find ways to get out of talking about their problem or facing the reality of the situation.
Avoiding
Everyone on the team share your favorite inspirational/motivational quote.
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What does it mean to have Co-occuring disorders?
When a person has both a mental health and a substance abuse issue.
These two substances are the most commonly used.
Alcohol and Marijuana
In this stage of change, people are ACTIVELY involved in making changes to their problematic behavior by utilizing a variety of different techniques and ACTIVELY seeking help.
Action
What is meant by the term "Stonewalling"?
When you shut down a conversation or prevent a conversation from taking place. "Shut up and leave me alone."
Describe what insight is and why it is important.
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Name 3 types of cognitive distortions.
BONUS: For an extra 100 points, give an example of each.
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BONUS: Answers may vary
What was the most commonly abused prescription drug in 2017?
A. Pain Relievers
B. Tranquilizers
C. Stimulants/Sedatives
D. All of the above
D. All of the above.
If someone is justifying their negative behavior they are engaging in this type of shielding technique.
BONUS: For an extra 100 points, have a member of your team share an example of when they have done this.
Rationalizing, Reasoning, Normalizing
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Explain what an EXTERNAL MOTIVATOR is and give 3 examples.
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What percentage of American Adults have a family history of problem drinking or Alcohol Addiction?
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 40%
D. Over 50%
D. Over 50%
Use of this substance among adults ages 18 to 25 has doubled over the past decade.
Heroin
People within this stage of change are aware of their problematic behavior. They are more aware of the negative consequences of their behavior and they are able to consider the possibility of change. However, they are not ready to prepare for change or take action.
Contemplation
Consequences serve as reality checks to help us break through our "Shields". Create a list of 15 consequences your team has faced as a result of problematic behavior. No repeats.
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Describe what it means to have INTERNAL MOTIVATION and give an example of an internal motivator.
BONUS: For an extra 100 points, Which does your team feel is a stronger motivator and why? External motivation or Internal Motivation?
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BONUS: Answers may vary
About how many adolescents, ages 12-17, suffered from an illicit drug disorder?
A. Almost 250,000
B. Almost 750,000
C. Almost 400,000
D. Almost 375,000
B. Almost 750,000
In 2017, about 966,000 Americans, ages 12 and up, struggled with a disorder related to this substance.
Cocaine.
The goal of this stage of change is to continue utilizing the new behavior/thought pattern. People in this stage tend to remind themselves of all of the progress they have made thus far.
BONUS: For an extra 100 points, Some people say there is actually a 6th stage of change in which people may revert back to old behavior. What is this called?
Maintenance
BONUS: Relapse
Define "Shielding"?
When your mind utilizes defense mechanisms to protect itself from ideas or information it finds uncomfortable, stressful, or painful to acknowledge.
Insight, Internal Motivation, and External Motivation are the three components that determine your ______?
Change Initiative, Readiness for Change
What stage of change is each of your team members in and why?
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