DIVERSIONS
What is the goal of diversions?
Buy yourself time during a craving.
What does a healthy lifestyle have to do with prevention addiction/relapse?
Unhealthy habits such as insufficient sleep, exercise, and unhealthy diet have all been linked to many different types of mental illness.
Why does managing emotions and relaxation matter in recovery?
Most addictions serve as an escape from uncomfortable emotions. When that "crutch" is taken away you may need to relearn how to manage emotions. If this doesn't happen; stress will build until it leads to relapse.
Building new habits is different from diversion, how?
What is an example of Daily Social Support?
Example - "My best friend is someone that I have a strong relationship with and call on regularly to experience life together."
Name 1 con of the diversion strategy.
Can’t do it for too long. Doesn’t resolve any underlying issues. Meds can make it hard to concentrate.
How can you avoid relapse this holiday season and still enjoy traditional gatherings?
Create a list of people, places, and things that will likely lead to relapse. Create a game plan for handling the event and an exit plan for getting out if it's too overwhelming.
What is it called when someone is focused on the here and now? How do you include this topic in YOUR recovery?
Mindfullness
Name three new activities you would like to try?
No wrong answers.
How long does a craving last?
Start to finish is one hour max.
Name three diversion ideas that are creative.
Draw/paint, crafting, play music, listen to music, write poetry, build something.
"Consistent self-care is an important component of preventing relapse." How does this apply to you?
No wrong answer.
What are two emotional release skills that encourage relaxation?
Screaming, hit a punching bag, pop balloons, take a cold shower, put your hand in a bowl of ice, and allow yourself to cry!
Why is it so important to build new habits in recovery?
Active addiction takes a lot of time! When someone stops using, they suddenly have a lot of time that they don't know what to do with. If time isn't filled with healthy activities it will pose a risk for falling back into old haibts.
True or False? "You only have to worry about yourself in recovery - put off volunteering until you are more stable in recovery." WHY?
FALSE! Helping others is an amazing way to improve our mood, get past a craving, and brings a sense of purpose.
Name 1 pro of diversions.
Gives your heart & mind a break. Great for short term relief. Great to get through a crisis.
Name four components of a healthy lifestyle.
Sleep, exercise, medical compliance, and healthy diet.
Name two benefits of journaling.
Improved mental well being and the reduction of uncomfortable emotions.
How can people possibly Build New Habits in the middle of a global pandemic????
What are three new coping skill that you are willing to try?
No wrong answer.
Name five diversion ideas that are physical.
Walk, yard work, hiking, bike ride, sport, run, lift weights, swimming, or rearrange furniture.
Being aware of and understanding your personal __________ is vital to relapse prevention.
What are triggers?
Explain the process of imagery.
Think of a relaxing location or situation. Imagine the scene through each of your senses. Take the time to really imagine each details. Do this for at least 5 minutes for a quick escape.
What are two separate areas of life that we can build new habits?
Discover new activities/hobbies.
Foster new relationships.
Develop new professional skills.
Refocus on existing relationships.
What is an example of Crisis Social Support?
EXAMPLE - "Even though I haven't spoken to "Rachel" in months - I know I can call her in a crisis."