Addiction 101
Most common addiction across the nation...
As of 2020, 79.5% of Americans abuse alcohol
Substance with a high death rate in the U.S., higher than suicide
Fentanyl
Clear Mind
the balance of addictive mind (patterns, habits) and clean mind (gained insight and awareness).
Professional specializing in treating mental & emotional disorders is known as...
Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Therapist, Counselor
Treatment approach: utilizing effective healthy coping skills for ineffective behaviors, health of the mind, emotional intelligence
CBT and DBT
A persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest
Depression
S.T.O.P
S: Stop! Don't say or do anything.
T: Take a step back. Actually step away from your partner. Notice how you're breathing. ...
O: Observe what's going on inside and outside. Observe your thoughts and feelings. ...
P: Proceed mindfully. Consult your wise mind.
1st symptom experienced as a sign you're developing a substance abuse disorder...
Increased Tolerance
What are "HOW" skills?
Teaching skills on how to be more mindful with effectiveness, nonjudgmentalness, and one-mindedness (present, not multitasking).
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
Can be Internal and external. Provocation to relapse
Trigger
a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility
Anger
DEARMAN
Interpersonal effectiveness skill to help problem solve with purpose and set boundaries.
D-describe what you want (goal/purpose of conversation)
E- express how you feel "I statements"
A- assert your point
R- reinforcement
M- mindfulness and avoid distractions
A- appear confident
N- negotiate by being willing to compromise
A realization period for someone suffering from addiction. It’s a stage where they will look outside of themselves, or inside of themselves, and find a newfound perspective or purpose.
Spiritual Awakening
With continued substance abuse the brain will stop producing this brain chemical that enables pleasure..
Dopamine
A higher power
What are "WHAT" Skills?
"WHAT" Skills consist of observing, describing, and participating with your emotions.
Most addictive substance
Sugar