Relapse Prevention
This common recovery strategy involves identifying triggers and developing coping skills before a crisis occurs.
What is a relapse prevention plan?
This recovery principle encourages individuals to focus on one day at a time rather than becoming overwhelmed by long-term challenges.
What is "One Day at a Time"?
Consistently taking prescribed medications as directed by a healthcare provider is known as this.
What is medication compliance (or medication adherence)?
This type of therapy brings multiple clients together to share experiences, develop skills, and support one another.
What is group therapy?
These individuals provide encouragement, accountability, and emotional support during treatment and recovery.
What are support persons or support networks?
These people, places, emotions, or situations can increase the risk of returning to substance use.
What are triggers?
This healthy coping skill involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
What is mindfulness?
These early indicators may suggest a decline in mental health and signal the need for additional support.
What are warning signs?
(Red flags)
This evidence-based therapy focuses on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Regular participation in these activities can improve mood, reduce stress, and support both mental health and recovery.
What are exercise and physical activity?
This acronym is often used to identify common relapse vulnerabilities related to physical and emotional well-being.
What is HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired)?
This cognitive strategy helps individuals challenge irrational thoughts and replace them with healthier alternatives.
What is cognitive restructuring or CBT?
This written document outlines coping skills, support contacts, warning signs, and crisis intervention steps.
What is a mental health safety plan?
This style of counseling helps individuals resolve ambivalence and increase motivation for change.
What is Motivational Interviewing (MI)?
This concept refers to an individual's ability to recover, adapt, and continue moving forward despite adversity or setbacks.
What is resilience?