Science and Addiction
The rates of heart disease, stroke, HIV, Hepatitis, and mental disorders move in this direction when addiction is also present
Increase, go up, or get worse
This mental health disorder is characterized by persistent and intrusive thoughts followed by repetitive behaviors or rituals aimed at reducing anxiety.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
This is the practice of regularly taking time to focus on your own physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
Self-care
This term refers to the healthy ability to understand the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of another
Empathy or empathizing
Perhaps the most well know composer in history, this famous music writer supposedly suffered with bipolar disorder in addition to going deaf
Beethoven
Whatever the substance is, once addiction to that substance occurs for long enough this important organ drastically changes the way it functions
Brain
This mental health disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings, including periods of mania and depression.
Bipolar Disorder
Some people in recovery need help with past difficult life events, distressing experiences, and memories often referred to as a history of _______
Trauma
To maintain healthy relationships, we should identify and communicate these physical, psychological, and emotional limits to protect ourselves from being used, manipulated, or violated by others.
Boundaries
Despite being one of the most well-known and well-respected US historical figures, this 16th president of the US was known to struggle with a mood disorder
Abraham Lincoln
This neurotransmitter is closely linked to the mind's reward system and is commonly associated with pleasure and reinforcement.
Dopamine
This mental health disorder often develops after an individual experiences or witnesses a traumatic event, and it is characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and heightened anxiety.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
This evidence-based approach to maintaining recovery from addiction involves identifying triggers and warning signs and then developing specific coping strategies to avoid a return to negative behaviors
Relapse Prevention
This is the two-word term for the cooperative process of effectively resolving disputes and settling interpersonal arguments and fights in a positive manner that both sides can agree upon
Conflict resolution
This legendary Dutch painter, known for "Starry Night," grappled with mental health issues, even to the point where he knowingly cut off part of his own ear
Vincent van Gogh
These hormones often referred to as the "feel-good" hormones, are released during activities that promote well-being, like exercise, laughter, creative expression, and socialization
Endorphins
This is the term for a sudden, intense, and overwhelming episode of fear or discomfort, often accompanied by physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, and sweating.
This skills-based form of treatment used in substance use and mental health recovery focuses on identifying and changing thinking patterns to help change feelings and negative behaviors (Hint: also known as CBT?)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
This two-word term describes when you carefully hear and focus on what another person is saying and then repeat back what you heard to confirm that you understood them
Active listening or reflective listening
One of the most well know artists to ever live, this Italian genius is thought to have an anxiety disorder and possibly even autism, but that did not stop him from completing his four-year masterpiece of painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo
This process occurs when the body becomes accustomed to a substance, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect, and is a key factor in the development of addiction.
Tolerance
This disorder is characterized by persistent, exaggerated fear of gaining weight, leading to restricted eating, intense exercise, and an extreme focus on body image.
Anorexia nervosa
This approach to addiction recovery focuses on minimizing the negative consequences associated with active substance use by providing tools, strategies, resources, and supports to reduce the risks and dangers associated with that use.
Harm Reduction
This refers to a close and profound emotional, psychological, and physical connection between individuals. that involves a deep level of trust, respect, vulnerability, and mutual understanding.
Intimacy
One of the original writers of the “horror” genre, this legendary author from the 1800’s suffered from grief and depression. (Hint- His last name is also one of the Teletubbies)
Edgar Allan Poe
This brain chemical is heavily involved in the "reward pathway" and is released in response to pleasurable activities, often playing a significant role in the development of addiction.
Serotonin
This personality disorder is characterized by unstable relationships, intense emotions, fear of abandonment, and difficulty with self-image.
Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
This therapeutic approach integrates both cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help individuals develop awareness and change negative thought patterns related to addiction or mental health disorders.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
This form of communication, often regarded as the healthiest in relationships, involves expressing feelings and needs directly while being respectful of the other person’s perspective.
Assertive communication
This American singer, known for hits like "I Will Always Love You," struggled with substance abuse throughout her career and tragically died from an accidental overdose.
Whitney Houston
This brain region, involved in decision-making and impulse control, is often underactive in individuals with substance use disorders.
Prefrontal cortex
This mental health disorder involves an obsessive focus on a perceived flaw or defect in physical appearance, often leading individuals to engage in excessive grooming or seeking cosmetic procedures.
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
This form of therapy encourages individuals to accept their thoughts and feelings without judgment, while committing to actions that align with their values, rather than avoiding discomfort.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
In healthy relationships, this process involves both parties are making concessions and finding a middle ground to address their differing needs or opinions, promoting mutual respect and understanding.
Compromise
This famous British author, known for works like Mrs. Dalloway and To the Lighthouse and her life portrayed in movies like "The Hours", struggled with depression and had a history of mental health challenges, including a suicide attempt.
Virginia Woolf
This highly addictive substance, that stimulates the release of dopamine in the brain, making it one of the leading causes of addiction worldwide.
Nicotine
This rare and severe mental health disorder is characterized by a complete loss of a person’s sense of identity, often leading to confusion about personal history and a disruption in memory, and is sometimes triggered by trauma or stress.
Dissociative identity disorder (DID)
This recovery model emphasizes the individual’s role in managing their own recovery, focusing on their strengths and resilience, and empowering them to make decisions about their treatment and life goals.
Recovery-oriented care model
This concept in relationships refers to a balanced dynamic where both partners rely on each other for support, while also maintaining their own sense of self and independence.
Interdependence
This legendary actor, known for his roles in Good Will Hunting and Dead Poets Society, struggled with depression and addiction, ultimately passing away due to suicide.
Robin Williams