Character Defects
What character defect causes someone to think the rules do not apply to them?
What does the "disease of addiction" affect most: willpower, brain function, or intelligence?
Brain function
True or False: Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance in the United States.
True
Seeing old drug friends is what type of trigger?
External Trigger
What stage comes before Action?
Preparation
What character defect makes it difficult to accept responsibility for mistakes?
Pride
What chemical in the brain is commonly associated with pleasure and reward?
Dopamine
What body system is slowed down by alcohol?
Central Nervous System
Feeling overwhelmed at work is an example of what?
Internal Trigger
In what stage does a person begin recognizing that substance use is a problem?
Contemplation
This character defect often causes people to put things off until it's too late.
Procrastination
What is the term for returning to substance use after a period of sobriety?
Relapse
What is one sign that a person may have developed a dependence on alcohol?
Withdrawal symptoms, tolerance, inability to stop drinking
What is the first thing you should do when you recognize a trigger?
Use a coping skill or reach out for support
In which stage is relapse most likely to occur?
Any stage, but commonly Action or Maintenance
What character defect can damage relationships by causing people to manipulate others?
Dishonesty
What are three common emotions that can increase the risk of relapse?
Anger, loneliness, anxiety, stress, depression, boredom
What can happen to judgment and decision-making when a person drinks alcohol?
They become impaired
Why is boredom considered a relapse risk?
It can lead to thoughts of using substances to fill time or escape feelings
True or False: Relapse means treatment has failed.
False
What character defect is often at the root of anger toward others for things that happened in the past?
Resentment
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
Name two health problems caused by long-term alcohol abuse.
Liver disease, heart disease, pancreatitis, memory problems, high blood pressure
Name three healthy coping skills for dealing with triggers.
Meetings, exercise, journaling, prayer, meditation, calling support people, deep breathing
What stage involves maintaining new behaviors for six months or longer?
Maintenance