Recognizing SUDs Flashcards
1
Q
Profile of person with SUD
A
- perfectionistic, rigid, unapproachable yet charming
- external locus of control; denial
- dishonest
2
Q
SUD defenses
A
- anger, aggression, displacement, emotional isolation
- perfectionism, fantasy
- fear, guilt, pain, shame
3
Q
cues to recognition of SUD
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- sick calls
- burnout
- leave early
- work alone
- frequent job changes
4
Q
Drugs and physical cues of SUD
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- mood swings over short time periods
- euphoria
- itchy nose
- pinpoint pupils
5
Q
Alcohol and physical cues of SUD
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- hypertension
- GI complaints
- flushing
- trance like stare
- sleeping problems
6
Q
drugs or alcohol and physical cues of SUD
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- memory loss
- bruises
- odd eye movements
- illness
- weight loss
7
Q
social cues of SUD
A
- marital problems
- financial problems
- legal problems
- withdrawal of activities
8
Q
Substance use continue
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low risk use
high risk use
abuse
dependence (early, crucial, chronic)
9
Q
Early dependency
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- changes friends
- sneaking drinks or drugs
- use to cope with stress
- tolerance
- paraphernalia used
10
Q
crucial dependency
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- job problems
- marital problems
- alienated from friends
- physical problems
- promises unsuccessfully to quit
- vague fears
11
Q
chronic dependency
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- ongoing physical deterioration; tremors
- divorce
- incarceration
- breakdown of value system
- loses job
- loses social support system
12
Q
recovery pattern
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- wants help
- learns SUD is a disease
- stops using
- physical and spiritual overhaul
- group therapy
- nutrition, rest, exercise
- confidence of employer
- acceptance
- ongoing help
13
Q
TWEAK
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tolerance others worry eye opener amnesia cut down drinking
