Substance Use Basics
The primary active ingredient in marijuana and hashish is ———
THC
This neurotransmitter, often associated with pleasure and reward, is affected by many addictive substances
Dopamine
This type of assessment focuses on the client's strengths, resources, and abilities rather than just their deficits
Strength-based assessment
This term is used for individuals diagnosed with multiple disorders e.g., a substance use disorder and another mental health disorder
Comorbidity
When a counselor says, "Anyone in your situation would find it challenging to resist using," they are employing this level of validation
Normalising
This drug has the highest amount of overdose death rates in the US in the past 5 years
Fentanyl
Give two examples of cognitive processes that using a substance might impact
Decision-making/ risk-taking/ inhibition/ memory/ attention
Name/Describe any two motivational interviewing techniques
decisional-balance/ OARS/ Readiness ruler etc.
According to a liberation health perspective, substance use is who's problem?
Community/ Everyone
Name a group that faces unique barriers to substance use treatment, including stigma and lack of specialized services
LGBTQ+; AA; AI
Name any two subsections of populations that are more likely to use opioids
Chronic pain/ illness; injured athletes etc.
This brain pathway is often hijacked by addictive substances
Reward/ Dopaminergic Pathway
This relapse prevention strategy involves developing specific action plans for situations
Contingency planning
What does research say about the language preferred by SU clients?
Individuals struggling with substance use disorders
Name a specific challenge that women face in accessing substance use treatment?
Heightened Stigma
Childcare responsibilities
Low perceived efficacy of care
A life-saving intervention for opioid users is
Narcan
This psychological factor, referring to one's belief in their ability to control substance use, is a key predictor of relapse when low
Self-efficacy
This method provides a safe, supervised space for drug consumption
Safe-injection sites
This term refers to the bias and discrimination that can occur within healthcare systems, affecting the quality of care received by marginalized groups
Systemic/ Institutional Racism
John, a 32-year-old marketing executive, drinks heavily every weekend and occasionally during the week. When his partner expresses concern about his drinking habits, John dismisses it, saying, "Everyone drinks like this. It's not a problem, and I can stop anytime I want." What stage is John at?
Precontemplation
According to some definitions, how many drinks at a time constitute binge drinking OR Blood alcohol level peaks approximately between ——— time of drinking?
More than 4 at a time; 30 minutes to 2 hours
TW: Based on the interpersonal theory of suicide, what are the three components that might explain suicidal behavior
Lack of belongingness (isolation); perceived burdensomeness; capability
This advanced validation technique involves the counselor sharing their own emotional reaction to the client's experience in a therapeutic manner
Radical genuineness
This term describes the practice of tailoring substance use treatment to meet the cultural, linguistic, and social needs of diverse populations
Cultural Sensitivity/ Competence
Sarah, a 28-year-old teacher, has been attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for the past month after recognizing her drinking was negatively impacting her work and relationships. What stage is Sarah at?
Action