The Science of Healing
This brain chemical drops during withdrawal but recovers with time.
What is dopamine?
This famous 12-step program was founded in Akron, Ohio, in 1935.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
This acronym reminds people not to get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired.
What is HALT?
This token is given in meetings to mark intervals of sober time.
What is a chip (or medallion/coin)?
This psychological term describes the ability to bounce back from difficult situations
What is resilience?
This term describes the brain's ability to rewire itself during recovery.
What is neuroplasticity?
This non-religious recovery fellowship uses a four-point program based on CBT.
What is SMART Recovery?
This mental health practice focuses on staying anchored in the present moment.
What is mindfulness?
This many days is a common milestone celebrated as the first major quarterly benchmark.
What is 90 days?
This state of physical and emotional exhaustion is caused by prolonged stress.
What is burnout?
This organ is the primary site for detoxifying alcohol from the body.
What is the liver?
This person provides one-on-one guidance through the 12 steps.
What is a sponsor?
This term refers to a return to substance use after a period of sobriety.
What is a relapse?
This phrase describes taking recovery choices one day at a time.
What is "Just for Today"?
These personal rules or limits are essential for protecting your mental energy in recovery.
What is boundaries?
This sleep stage often disrupted in early recovery is vital for mental health.
What is REM sleep?
This fellowship is specifically designed for family and friends of people with addiction
What is Al-Anon?
People, places, or things that cause cravings are known by this seven-letter word.
What is a trigger?
This daily practice involves listing things you are thankful for to boost morale.
What is a gratitude list?
This grounding technique uses sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste to manage anxiety.
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 technique?
This acute phase of physical clearance lasts days to weeks after stopping a substance.
What is detoxification (detox)?
This specific number of steps forms the foundation of CoDA and OA programs.
What is twelve?
This therapeutic technique helps people change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
This text is affectionately known as the "Big Book" in recovery circles.
What is the book Alcoholics Anonymous?
This form of care involves treating oneself with kindness rather than harsh self-criticism.
What is self-compassion?