chapter 10 Flashcards
use
The consumption of harmful, potentially addictive substances
abuse
- definition
- causes
maladaptive patterns of use despite adverse consequences
-genetics and environment
dependence
continued use or craving associated with greater tolerance to substance
co-dependency
- definition
- who might they be
relationship between the user and these other people
- May appear as people pleasers
- Denying themselves and their own needs
- Busy taking care of others
- May appear as people pleasers
tolerance
a. Need to use more and more of the substance to avoid withdrawal or to maintain a desired state
withdrawal
a. A pattern of uncomfortable or painful physical symptoms and cravings experienced by the user when the level of drug is decreased or eliminated
stimulants
- definition
- ex
- Drugs that excite neural activity and speed up body functions
- Ex: caffeine, nicotine, amphetamines, cocaine, ecstasy)
depressants
Drugs that lower BP, slow down heart rate, relax muscles and relieve tension
support for recovery
-4 areas
- health
- home
- purpose
- community
5 stages of change
- pre-contemplation stage
- contemplation stage
- preparation
- action
- maintenance