Substance Use Flashcards
Addiction
a chronic, relapsing, and treatable medical condition, is the leading preventable cause of death, disability, and disease globally. It is a disease of the brain and not an expression of moral character
Addictive Substances
there are 10 classes of addictive substances referred to in the DSM-5: alcohol; caffeine; cannabis (marijuana); hallucinogens; inhalants; opioids; sedatives; hypnotics; anxiolytics; stimulants; tobacco (nicotine); and other substances
Withdrawal
the adverse physical and psychological symptoms that occur when a person ceases to use a substance
Stages of Change
Precontemplative
Contemplative
Preparation
Action
Maintenance
Concurrent disorders
the term used when an individual has at least one substance- related or addictive disorder concurring with at least one other mental disorder
precontemplation Stage
Does not believe there is a problem; not considering the possibility of change
Approach: raise doubt, give informational feedback to the raise awareness of a problem and health risks
Contemplative Stage
patient thinks there may be a problem; thinking about change; goes back and forth between concern and unconcern
Approach: tip the balance; allow open discussion of pros and cons of changing behaviour; build on motivation for change; help client justify a positive commitment
Preparation Stage
Patient decides there is a problem and is willing to make a change
Approach: help the patient choose the best course of action to take in resolving the problem
Action Stage
Patient engages in concrete action to effect needed change
Approach: help the patient take active steps to resolve health problem; review progress and give feedback
Maintenance Stage
patient preserves with the positive health change
Approach: help patient identify and use strategies to sustain progress; point out positive changes; accept temporary setbacks and use steps in preparation phase if needed
