Relapse Prevention
This strategy involves pinpointing the cues or situations that might lead to substance use.
Triggers
A.A
Alcoholics Anonymous
What brain chemical (neurotransmitter) is linked to pleasure and plays a big role in addiction.
Dopamine
Addiction often affects more than the individual—it can impact this group deeply.
Family
This Purple Rain icon from Minnesota died of a fentanyl overdose in 2016.
Prince
Developing a plan for what to do when cravings arise is know as creating a ______.
Relapse prevention plan or coping strategy
H.A.L.T
What is Hungry, Angry, Lonley, and Tired?
This term describes the brain’s ability to change and adapt, which plays a role in both addiction and recovery.
neuroplasticity
Many people in recovery benefit from finding this kind of non-using network.
What is a sober support system?
This singer died on July 23rd, 2011 at the age of 27 in London from alcohol poisoning. She famously sang her refusal to seek medical treatment (although she did actually attend treatment).
Amy Winehouse
This strategy involves having a support system in place, including sober friends, family, or a sponsor.
Building a Support Network
P.A.W.S.
What is Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome?
n this way of thinking, we refuse to accept the truth about our addiction. Oddly enough, we can often see in others what we cant see in ourselves.
Denial
The stigma surrounding addiction can be a barrier to seeking this
Treatment
This famous basketball player struggled with addiction and has since become an advocate for addiction recovery.
Lamar Odom
Keeping a ____ can help individuals pinpoint emotions or feelings, it can also be used as a reflection tool.
Journal
F.E.A.R.
What is False Evidence Appearing Real / Face Everything And Recover
What part of the brain is most affected by addiction — controlling pleasure, motivation, and decision-making?
What is the prefrontal cortex (involved in decision-making and impulse control), the basal ganglia (involved in reward and habit formation).
Losing interest in hobbies, neglecting relationships, and secrecy are common signs of this.
What is substance use disorder (or addiction)?
This musician/artist known for his whimsical outfits and hit songs like "Crocodile Rock" has been sober for over 30 years and is currently Eminem's sponsor.
Elton John
This is a common technique used to address negative thought patterns in recovery
CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy)
H.O.W.
What is Honesty, Open-Mindedness, and Willingness?
In this way of thinking, many of our thoughts become centered around whether or not we're feeling good. As the addiction cycle continues, our obsession with feeling good takes over and we turn inward and don't think about the needs or the consequences to others.
What is self-centeredness / self-obsession / self-consumed.
This term describes when a loved one unintentionally supports someone's substance use by protecting them from the consequences.
Enabling
This singer, guitarist, and songwriter has been open about his battles with substance abuse which significantly impacted his career. After several attempts to quit, he achieved sobriety and has used his platform to raise awareness about addiction and recovery. He gained fame in the 1960's as a member of bands like The Yardbirds and Cream.
Eric Clapton