Panic and Fear
What can you do for hyperventilation?
Blow into a paper bag or your hands, then breathe in the exhaled air
How is job performance affected by drinking and/or drugs?
Productivity, attendance, accidents, arguments
Name three Ps you should avoid
People, place, paraphernalia (things associate with use)
How does low self-esteem lead to addiction and addiction lead to low self-esteem?
Use substances to feel good about ourselves; false confidence; do not develop social skills or talents; feel worse when substancce wears off
What do they mean by "recovery doesn't occur in a vacuum"?
Need a sponsor, meetings, step work
If you're nervous, what chemical should you avoid?
Caffeine
What is the last thing to go and why?
Job; It's the money for drugs and alcohol?
What are deja vu dangers?
Sights, sounds, and smells that trigger memories and cravings
Are rewards or punishments more effective to recovery?
Rewards
What are a few examples of 12 step programs? Bonus points if can name the day and time they meet in the hospital...
Adult Children of Alcoholics, Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous
What techniques help to calm us down?
Meditation, prayer, visualization, soothing music, deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, exercise
How can certain jobs lead to alcohol abuse?
Stress, entertaining customers or clients
How can feeling a natural high help or hurt us?
Helps us learn we can improve mood without substances but hurts if we feel euphoric and invincible.
What are some rewards to recovery?
Esteem, serenity, physical and mental health, financial security
What are the benefits of meetings?
know you're not alone, get help from others who have been through similar problems, give help
Explain: "Do the thing you fear and the death of fear is certain."
If we are afraid of something, like public speaking, try it anyways. Speak at a meeting and build those skills.
How is unemployment related to addiction?
Depression, boredom, no schedule
How does depression and anxiety lead to temption?
Use substance for a quick but false "fix"
Give examples of unhealthy relationships
unequal power, poor communication, no respect, one or both drinking and/or using
Why are sponsors so important?
Individual support and guidance through the steps
What is gradual desensitization?
Exposure to small parts of whatever we are afraid of.
How can work help maintain sobriety?
enhanced esteem, productive activity
Explain HALT.
Don't get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired
What are some negative effects do people suffer from when addicted?
legal, financial, relationship problems, mood swings, paranoia, health decline
What are some ways that you can help yourself?
Go to meetings, get a sponsor, read recovery literature, do 12 steps...