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Define a Substance Abuse Addiction? |
repetitive pattern of overindulgence or development on the dependence of a substance that interferes with daily life, causes impairments in social, personal, livelihood distress. |
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What are the different diagnostic criteria for DMS-IV and DSM-5? |
DSM-IV: divided into two groups substance abuse & substance dependence DSM-5: one category where disorder is categorized by substance of use |
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List the general effects stimulants have on the body: |
increased alertness and motor activity reduced fatigue |
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Characteristics of amphetamines use include: |
high levels of energy and sleeplessness reduced appetite through increase in HR and constriction of blood vessels |
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Characteristics of High dose of amphetamines includes: |
nervousness, agitation, irritability, confusion, paranoia and hostility. |
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Name two stimulants |
amphetamines i. meth ii. speed cocaine i. crack-cocaine |
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List the characteristics of ingested cocaine: |
pain reduction, heightened sexual drive, increased self-confidence, euphoric sensations |
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What is crack? |
cheaper, less refined production of cocaine. Became highly used during the 1980's. |
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provide the definition of an Opiate: |
def: group of sedatives when used in moderation, behaves as a pain reliever and induces sleep |
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List the different forms of opiates: |
opium morphine heroine codeine |
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List some opiates that are prescribed as medications |
oxycodone hydrocodone > vicodin , zydone |
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What are the psychological characteristics of opiates ingestion: |
euphoria, drowsiness lack of coordination increased self-confidence loss of inhibition |
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List and Describe the sensation heroin & oxyocontin users experience: |
rush - intense feelings of warmth & ecstasy |
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List the characteristics of opiate withdrawal: |
cramps, chilling, increase in HR & BP, insomnia and vomiting |
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What is the time-frame for an opiate withdrawal? |
72 hours |
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What is Harm Reduction? |
Having clients meet and match their own goals towards recovery, where current use of a substance is part of the recovery process |
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What is the methodology of Harm Reduction? |
1. individualized: rapport with DUC is individualized 2. Client directed: empowers clients to choose which direction and how they want to recovery; enabling them autonomy. 3. use of respect and compassion: 4. Non-dogmatic: non shaming or condemning approach towards recover. |
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What is an example of an abstinence based recovery program? |
12 step programs |
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how is abstinence based program understood? |
lifetime recovery from alcohol and other substances through the use of externalized support systems. |
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List a medication that is used for alcohol recovery |
Antabuse |
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Which drugs are used in replacement therapy for opiated addictions? |
methadone suboxone |
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How is the withdrawal from substances understood? |
: group of physiological, psychological experienced symptoms when the abrupt discontinuation or decrease of a substance occurs
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How is tolerance form substances understood? |
repetitive pattern of use of a substance overtime, causing lessening desired psychological and physiological effects.
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List the four domains of recovery: |
1. biological 2. psychological 3.social 4. spiritual |
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List some physiological impacts from long-term drinking? |
cirrhosis of the liver destruction of brain cells heart failure |
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What are delirium tremens? |
withdrawal symptoms from alcohol when blood alcohol levels drop suddenly. results in: -tremors -deliriums -hallucinations |
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List the percentage of alcoholics whom also smoke? |
85% |
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How quickly does a tolerance form from taking amphetamines? |
6 days |
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What are some therapeutic benefits of THC? |
- reduction of nausea - pain relief |
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List the physical withdrawal symptoms of opiate use: |
tweaking muscle soreness yawning |
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This substance has connections of flashbacks |
LSD |
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This substance is used at raves |
ecstasy |
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What is a psychological method used towards preventing addiction to continue |
relapse prevention: systematic approach of informing through pscyhoeducation, stages of change, and individualized treatment plan. |
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what method(s) are used to break cycles of addiction? |
motivational interviewing CBT |
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what are key differences between amphetamines and opiates? |
energy enhancers versus pain suppressants |
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What classification of depressants do the drugs fall into |
opiates |
