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Quiz 1 part 2
Fundamentals of Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Dependency
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02/12/2024

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Dependency
Definition
the state of relying or being controlled by someone or something (drugs and/or alcohol)
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Addiction
Definition
The fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing, or activity.
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Drug
Definition
a medicine or other substance which has a physiological effect when ingested or otherwise introduced into the body
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Recovery
Definition
A process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.
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Treatment
Definition
A focus on understanding the nature of addiction, becoming drug-free and preventing relapse. Levels of care may vary such as outpatient, residential, and inpatient programs.
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Prevention
Definition
A proactive process which empowers individuals and systems to meet the challenges of life events and transitions by creating and reinforcing healthy behavior and lifestyles by reducing risks contributing to alcohol, tobacco, and other drug misuse.
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Intoxication
Definition
a temporary and reversible condition that affects the central nervous system after a person ingests certain substances, such as drugs or alcohol.
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Acculturated
Definition
cultural modification of an individual, group, or people by adapting to or borrowing traits from another culture
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Agitation
Definition
a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
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Assessment
Definition
the evaluation or estimation of the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something
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Drug Misuse
Definition
the use of a substance for a purpose not consistent with legal or medical guidelines
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Blackout
Definition
temporary losses of memory that can occur as a result of excessive alcohol consumption
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Competency
Definition
Building an understanding of, appreciation of, and ability to appropriately use the contributions of various addiction counseling models
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Co-occurring disorders
Definition
any combination of two or more substance use disorders and mental disorders identified in the DSM5
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Psychoactive Drug
Definition
a psychoactive drug, psychopharmaceutical, psychoactive agent, or psychotropic drug is a chemical substance that changes the function of the nervous system and results in alterations of perception, mood, cognition, and behavior
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Tolerance
Definition
a persons diminished response to a drug that is the result of repeated use
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Countertransference
Definition
the emotional reaction of the analyst to the subject's contribution
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Physical Dependence
Definition
a physical condition caused by chronic use of a tolerance-forming drug
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Cultural Competence
Definition
a range of cognitive, affective, behavioral, and linguistic skills that lead to effective and appropriate communication with people of other cultures
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Cross Tolerance
Definition
resistance to the effects of a substance because of exposure to a pharmacologically similar substance
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Disease Model
Definition
An addiction as a disease with biological, neurological, genetic, and environmental sources of origin
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Age of Onset
Definition
The time period at which an individual experiences the first symptoms of a disease
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Culturally Competent Treatment
Definition
Refers to the ability for healthcare professionals to demonstrate cultural competence towards patients with diverse values, beliefs, and feelings
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Detoxification
Definition
the physiological or medicinal removal of toxic substances from a living organism, including the human body, which is mainly carried out by the liver
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Informal Collaboration
Definition
relationships that are not governed by formal contracts, agreements, or rules
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Psychological Dependence
Definition
a term that describes the emotional or mental components of substance use disorder
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Blood Alcohol Level/Concentration
Definition
the percent of alcohol in a persons bloodstream
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Mutual Self-help
Definition
a forum and opportunity for individuals in recovery to connect with others who have similar experiences and goals, allowing them to build relationships within a substance-free support network
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Remission
Definition
The reduction or disappearance of the signs and symptoms of a disease
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Crisis intervention
Definition
is a time-limited intervention with a specific psychotherapeutic approach to immediately stabilize those in crisis
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Outreach Strategies 
Definition
a specific set of tactics used to attract new clients or customers
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Evidence-based Treatment
Definition
Research-based treatments that are tailored to meet people's needs, preferences, and cultural expectations
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Psychosocial
Definition
relating to the interrelation of social factors and individual thought and behavior
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Codependence 
Definition
an unhealthy or excessively emotional reliance or psychological dependency on another person (or substance)
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Withdrawal Syndrome
Definition
physical and mental symptoms that occur after stopping or reducing intake of a drug
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Referral
Definition
the directing of a patient to a medical specialist by a primary care physician
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Screening
Definition
a strategy used to look for as-yet-unrecognized conditions or risk markers
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Metabolism
Definition
is the set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms
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Service Integration
Definition
establishes a governance framework that clarifies roles, responsibilities, and accountability
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Narcotic 
Definition
a drug or other substance that affects mood or behavior and is consumed for nonmedical purposes, especially one solid illegally
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Substance Dependence
Definition
a chronic, progressive disease characterized by significant impairment that is directly associated with persistent and excessive use of a psychoactive substance
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