Relapse
Relapse is a part of recovery, true or false
False
This physical coping skill involves rhythmic breathing, stretching, and mindful poses to calm the nervous system.
Yoga
The first step of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) requires admitting this about the addiction.
"We admitted we were powerless over alcohol—that our lives had become unmanageable"
Willpower is the only thing a person needs to beat a long-term addiction.
False, Addiction changes brain chemistry, making professional support and coping skills essential
Early recovery is encompassed by btwo types of withdraw, Acute abstinence withdraw and
Post Acute Withdraw
This acronym stands for four emotional danger zones that can threaten recovery: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
H.A.L.T.
This mental strategy involves reframing negative, anxiety-provoking thoughts into balanced, positive ones.
Cognitive restructuring
This famous prayer, commonly read at meetings, asks for grace to accept the things you cannot change.
Serenity Prayer
Addiction is considered a chronic medical disease, not a moral failure.
True
The first 180 days of recovery we move from an addiction centered lifestyle to a
Recovery oriented lifestyle
In recovery, this refers to the people, places, and things that remind you of past substance use and can trigger cravings.
Triggers
This type of journaling involves writing down your thoughts, triggers, and daily victories without self-judgment.
mindfulness journaling
This is the suggested term for an experienced recovering individual who guides and supports a newer member through the steps.
Sponsor
Relapse means a person has completely failed at their recovery
False, Relapse is often a normal part of the process; it is a learning opportunity to adjust the recovery plan
Addiction is said to be a fourfold illness, it is a disease of the
Body
Mind
Emotion
Soul
This is the practice of setting an invisible, healthy boundary around yourself to protect your emotional and physical sobriety.
setting boundaries
Three states of mind we try to become aware of in early recovery
Reasonable mind
Wise mind
Emotion mind
This international support program offers mutual aid for addictions outside of the traditional 12-step model, focusing on self-empowerment.
What is SMART Recovery
You can force someone into treatment, and it will guarantee their long-term sobriety.
False (Intrinsic motivation and personal willingness are key factors in successful recovery).
In early recovery we sometimes notice a change in our food tastes and will at times crave
Sugar
This crucial stage of relapse happens long before physical use, often characterized by isolation, skipping meetings, or returning to old thinking patterns.
What is an Emotional/Mental Relapse
Three goals of mindfulness
Reduce suffering
Increase control of your mind
Experience reality as it is
What was the group that preceded A.A. by 95 years that experienced tremendous success in leading alcoholics to living a sober lifestyle
Washingtonians
You must hiot "rock bottom" before you accept help
False, while many do hit a "rock bottom" it is not an absolute
The addiction lifestyle requires the very same 4 things that the recovery-oriented lifestyle require
Willingness
Desire
Commitment
Sacrifice