Triggers
Something that causes cravings or urges to use.
Name 3-5 healthy coping skills.
Deep breathing, Walking, Journaling, Calling someone, etc.
What does relapse mean?
Returning to substance use after a period of sobriety
Name healthy ways to express emotions
Talking, journaling, art, etc.
What is one support system in recovery?
Meetings, sponsor, therapist, friends, family.
Name one internal trigger
Stress, Anxiety, Boredom, loneliness
What is grounding?
A technique to bring you back to the present
Name one warning, sign of relapse
Isolation, negative thinking, skipping meetings, etc.
What is emotional regulation?
Managing and responding to emotions in a healthy way
What does "one day at a time" mean?
Focus on staying sober today
What is the difference between internal and external triggers?
External= People, Places or Things
Why is it important to have multiple coping skills?
Not every skill works in every situation
What are three stages of relapse?
Emotional, mental, and physical
Why is it important to identify emotions?
Helps prevent unhealthy coping and relapse
Why is it important to have a routine in recovery?
Provide structure, stability, and reduces risk of relapse
You're feeling bored and start thinking about using. What type of trigger is this?
Internal Trigger
Instead of isolating, one upset, what is a healthier alternative?
Reach out for support, attend a meeting, Talk it out.
Thinking "just one time won't hurt" is what stage of relapse?
Mental relapse
You feel angry, but say "I'm fine" what is this called?
Avoid avoidance or suppression
Why is honesty important in recovery?
Build accountability and prevents relapse patterns
Why can "Overconfidence" be a trigger in recovery?
Why is distraction sometimes helpful but not always enough?
It avoids feelings temporarily, but does not process them.
Name one boundary that can help prevent relapse
Avoiding certain people, places, limiting contact, saying no.
What is an healthy way to respond to intense anger?
Pause, breathe, step away, talk it out, use coping skills.
What is one sign someone is not fully engage engaged in recovery?
Isolation, dishonesty, resistance, lack of participation.