EMOTIONAL REGULATION
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
What neurotransmitter is associated with reward?
Dopamine
What bill should be paid first monthly?
Rent
An “I statement” begins with what word?
I
Define a trigger.
A person, place, emotion, or situation that increases urge
Name one grounding technique.
5-4-3-2-1 method
Addiction affects which brain system: survival or optional system?
Survival system
Name two fixed expenses.
Answer: Rent, insurance, car payment
Assertive communication is balanced between passive and what?
Aggressive
Name two emotional relapse signs.
Isolation, irritability, mood swings
Name two physical symptoms of anxiety.
Rapid heart rate, sweating, shaking, etc.
True or False: Addiction weakens impulse control pathways.
True
How many months should an emergency fund cover?
3–6 months
Name two parts of nonverbal communication.
Eye contact, posture, tone, facial expression
What is the first stage of relapse?
Emotional
What part of the brain controls impulse control?
Prefrontal cortex
Cravings typically last how long if not acted on?
20–30 minutes
Name two documents needed for employment verification.
ID, Social Security card
What are the three parts of a boundary statement?
Behavior + Feeling + Limit
Name three high-risk situations.
Old friends, boredom, stress, celebrations
Name two healthy emotional coping skills.
Deep breathing, journaling, exercise, calling support
Repeated substance use strengthens which type of brain pathways?
Habit/reward pathways
Name three components of a daily schedule in recovery.
Work/job search, meetings, meals, sleep, exercise
Avoiding conflict always prevents relapse.
False
True or False: Relapse begins with substance use
False