Triggers
A thought or a feeling that can create a craving to use drugs
Internal trigger
To fall back into a previous condition, especially after a partial recover from illness
Relapse
Withdrawal from this substance can cause agitation, fever, hallucinations, seizures, and sever confusion
Alcohol
One of these prescribed and federally regulated medications can help an opiate addicted individual start recovering from their addiction and structuring their life again
Methadone, Suboxone, Naltrexone
Meditation, mindfulness, exercise, therapy, calling a sober friend, and thinking of consequences are all examples of this useful tool in recovery
Coping Skill
Any person, place or thing that can create a craving
External trigger
HALT
Hungry
Angry
Lonely
Tired
Withdrawal from this substance can cause anxiety, muscle aches, increased tearing, insomnia, runny nose, sweating and yawning
An Opiate
When combined with alcohol, there is a greater risk of overdose and sudden death than either drug alone
Cocaine
What percentage of people who commit suicide have a mental disorder, substance abuse problem or both?
90%
What should you do when listing people that are triggers to you?
Be specific and use their name
SMART goals are goals that are…
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Realistic
Time Oriented
Withdrawal from this drug can cause restless behavior, depressed mood, fatigue, increased appetite, vivid and unpleasant dreams and slowing of daily activity
Cocaine
When combined with alcohol, these drugs may cause impulsive violent behavior, but more research is needed
Anabolic Steroids
The highest risk period for relapse is ______ months after discharge
6-17 months
These triggers are usually the strongest type of relapse trigger because they stimulate drug-seeking behavior during abstinence
Stress
The set of skills that a patient uses in order to avoid and deal with their triggers and cravings
Coping skills
Withdrawal from this substance can cause headache, fatigue, anxiety, irritability, depressed mood, and difficulty concentrating
Caffeine
Ways that ______ can affect your body include: heart disease, brain damage, digestive problems, liver disease, cancer, and breathing problems
Alcohol
Two words to avoid using to decrease the stigma placed on medication assisted treatment
Dose & Clinic
To politely yet firmly stand up for yourself when facing a trigger or difficult situation is called this.
Assertiveness
The tool that focuses on patient goals and progress in treatment
Treatment Plan
Withdrawal from this substance can cause headaches, nausea, constipation or diarrhea, falling heart rate and blood pressure, fatigue, drowsiness, insomnia, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and anxiety
Nicotine
What is the name of the new injectable medication to prevent opiate relapse?
Vivitrol
Psychologist Milton Erickson asked an alcohol user struggling eith sobriety to contemplate this plant, which subsequently caused the alcohol user to gain and maintain their sobriety
A cactus -- it can go three years without water and not die