Recovery
What is recovery?
A life long journey of self discovery and growth where people strive to create meaning for their lives and focus on whole wellbeing.
Why is the 12 step program important in recovery?
community, support system.
What are co-occurring disorders?
Two or more disorders that occur in tandem but not often diagnosed at the same time.
What is a trigger in addiction recovery?
Anything that can bring up memories or feelings that can affect how we deal with similar situations.
What are the three types of Relapse?
Mental, Emotional, Physical
To create goals and objectives on how to reach those goals in treatment.
What does sponsorship in recovery mean?
Someone who is also in recovery who becomes your mentor and helps with your recovery and is there for you as a support if you are struggling.
True or False: Co-Occurring disorders are dependent on each other
False: Co-occurring disorders are independent and affect the person in different ways but do work together.
Name a common emotional trigger for relapse
Boredom
Why does relapse happen?
Triggers, cravings, stressful situations, 3P's
How can setting boundaries help in recovery?
Shows you what you will and will not allow in your recovery.
Name 3 types of recovery programs.
NA, AA, CA, OEA
What would happen if you only received treatment for one of the co-occurring disorders?
What is one healthy way to cope with cravings?
Urge surf, call someone, occupy the mind with a distraction
Why is self-care important in preventing relapse?
What is anhedonia, and how does it relate to recovery?
Inability to feel pleasure, symptom of depression.
False
How might one of your disorders contribute to a relapse of your other disorder?
if one or neither are treated, one or both could worsen and increase risk of relapse.
Why is having a daily routine important in recovery?
Creates structure and consistency.
True or False: People have to hit rock bottom before they can recover. Addiction is a choice.
False! Addiction is a Disease and it recovery can happen at any point one makes that first step.
One common misconception about Recovery?
It cures you.
What is one common myth about 12 Step programs and recovery?
They don't encourage access to care, they don't work.
What are differences between treatment of mental health disorders vs treatments of substance use disorders
Mental health: targets emotional and psychological well being
Substance use: focuses on stopping compulsive substance use and the behaviors that support it.
What does the HALT acronym stand for?
What are signs of relapse?