Education
Physically addictive substances used daily can bring these uncomfortable physical symptoms
What is withdrawal
The first stage of treatment
What is detoxification
We experience these in our mind, heart, and gut, and it's important to learn how to manage our reaction to them
What is feelings/emotions
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.
(2000's) this artist was referred to as the King of Pop, died due to complications from prescription drugs in 2009
Who is Michael Jackson
You may have gone backwards a little bit but you did not completely relapse
What is a lapse/setback
The oldest known intoxicating substance used specifically for recreational purposes (even dating back to biblical times!)
What is alcohol
It is important to learn to manage this uncomfortable mental experience that can occur when we worry or stress over things
What is anxiety
A group for people who have a desire to stop using drugs, alcohol, or other addictive behaviors?
What is a 12 step fellowship
(1990's) singer of one of the most popular grunge bands in the 1990’s died at the age of 27 and struggled with a heroin addiction
Who is Kurt Cobain
Failure to recognize the truth about a problem, particularly in addiction, is often referred to as
What is denial
What is opiates/opioids
It is essential to learn to eliminate this negative emotion which stems from holding onto anger and grudges
What is resentment
What is step four?
(1980's) John Belushi was a legendary actor and comedian who shocked the world when he overdosed and died from mixing cocaine and heroin in 1982 at the height of his fame. He was on the original lineup of what longstanding TV show?
What is Saturday Night Live
The pleasure chemical in your brain that plays a major role in substance abuse and addiction
What is dopamine
Information or an emergency kit to help an individual from using again.
What is a relapse prevention plan
A desire or dream you try to achieve in a certain amount of time, no matter the costs
What are goals
Life and let life, Keep it simple, One day at a time, Let go and Let God are all examples of what?
What are 12 step slogans
(1970's) this iconic musician is one of the top earning dead celebrities today, still earning over 50 million/year for his music despite dying from complications of prescription drug addiction in 1977
Who is Elvis Presley
When someone views you in a negative way because of your addiction or mental health disorder which can cause a barrier toward treatment
What is stigma
The fastest addicting drug
Nicotine
According to the National Survey of Drug Use and Mental Health, what percentage of people with addiction have co-occurring mental health disorders?
What is 45%
Three indispensable spiritual principles in the 12-step fellowship are what? (Think of H.O.W.)
What are honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness
(1960's) this world-famous movie star shocked the world in 1962 from a barbiturate overdose which some say was accidental, some say was intentional, and other say it was murder
Who is Marilyn Monroe