Celebrities in Recovery
This actor is known for Iron Man has become a major recovery success story.
What is Robert Downey Jr.?
"One Day At A ____."
What is Time?
A situation, feeling, or person that increases the urge to use or experience distress.
What is a trigger?
This acronym warns you not to get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired.
What is H.A.L.T.?
Alcohol affects this organ the most, potentially leading to cirrhosis or failure.
What is the Liver?
This stunt performer and comedian, known for performing dangerous pranks and stunts on the TV show Jackass, has been sober since 2008 and frequently speaks about recovery.
Who is Steve-O?
"Easy Does ____."
What is It?
This term describes the ability to bounce back from challenges, setbacks, or difficult emotions without returning to substance use.
What is resilience?
Emotions like stress, anxiety, or boredom that arise from within a person.
What are internal triggers?
These are the physical symptoms, such as tremors and sweating, that occur when a person stops using a substance.
What is withdrawal?
This rapper and producer has been open about his recovery and sobriety journey.
Who is Eminem?
"Keep Coming ____."
What is Back?
This simple "D-word" activity involves doing something else—like watching TV or going for a walk—to take your mind off a craving.
What is Distraction?
People, places, or things in the outside world—like an old "drinking buddy" or a familiar bar—that remind you of past use.
What are external triggers?
This neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for the "reward" or "high" felt in the brain when using drugs.
What is dopamine?
This legendary rapper and producer helped launch the careers of Eminem and Snoop Dogg and has spoken about overcoming alcohol-related issues earlier in his life.
Who is Dr. Dre?
"Progress Not ____."
What is Perfection?
True or False: Cravings are permanent and will never go away once they start.
What is False? (They are like waves—they peak and then fade).
These types of events, though positive, can be triggers because they are often traditionally associated with drinking or drug use.
What are celebratory occasions (or holidays/birthdays)?
This simple technique involves focusing on the breath or staying present to reduce stress and prevent relapse.
What is mindfulness (or deep breathing)?
This actor from Friends has openly discussed addiction and recovery in his memoir
Who is Matthew Perry?
"Let Go and Let ____."
What is God?
A return to old thinking or behaviors before actual substance use occurs.
What is an emotional or mental relapse?
This is the common word used to describe the strong, "wanting" feeling or urge to use a substance.
What is a craving?
When a person needs more of a substance to achieve the same effect they once got from a smaller dose.
What is tolerance?