Addictions Basics
This is the brain chemical most commonly associated with pleasure and reward
What is dopamine
This is the First step in a 12-step program
What is admitting powerlessness over addiction?
This is a written list of people who can offer support during tough times in recovery.
What is a recovery support network?
This is the term for a situation, place, or emotion that tempts someone to use substances.
What is a trigger?
This is the practice of focusing on positive aspects of life, often used to shift perspective in recovery.
What is gratitude?
This is the perm for the body's adaptation to a drug, requiring more to achieve the same effect.
What is tolerance
The 12-step concept of relying on a higher power is also known as this.
What is surrender?
This practice, involving awareness of the present moment, is often used to reduce stress and prevent relapse.
What is Mindfulness?
This is the term for developing strategies to avoid or cope with triggers.
What is relapse prevention?
What is accountability?
This is the process of removing toxins from the body, often the first step in recovery.
What is detox
This is the step where you list all persons you have harmed and become willing to make amends.
What is step 8?
This acronym is a tool for identifying triggers and stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired.
What is HALT
This is the name for a brief lapse in sobriety, which doesn't necessarily lead to a full relapse.
What is a slip?
In recovery, this phrase means focusing on what can be done today, rather than worrying about the future.
What is "one day at a time"?
This is the term for the physical and emotional symptoms that occur when a person stops using a substance they are dependent on.
What is withdrawal
This step involves taking a searching and fearless moral inventory of yourself.
What is Step 4?
What is a daily inventory?
This term describes a high-risk situation or series of events that leads to relapse if not managed properly.
What is the relapse cycle?
What is a gratitude journal?
This recovery principle emphasizes honesty, openness, and willingness to change.
What is HOW (honesty, openness, willingness)
This is the spiritual awakening step, where you carry the message of recovery to others.
What is Step 12?
This type of phone call is made to a sponsor or support person during moments of craving or doubt.
What is a check-in call?
This strategy involves rehearsing responses to tempting situations in advance to maintain sobriety.
What is role-playing?
This recovery principle involves acknowledging and appreciating the progress made, no matter how small.
What is celebrating small victories?