Distortions Galore
What is a cognitive disortion?
negative thought patterns affecting reality
Give 3 examples of unhealthy coping skills
using illicit substances, drinking alcohol, isolation, violence
What emotion is often "masked" by anger?
sadness
True or False: Emotional sobriety means not using substances and not feeling anything
False... Emotional sobriety is the ability to experience life's feelings without relying on substances to escape or numb them
What does withdrawal mean?
physical AND emotional symptoms when substance use is stopped/decreased
Give an example of catastrophizing
Example should include: going straight to the worst possible scenario
Give 3 examples of healthy coping skills
journaling, music, reach out to supports
Name an emotion that might trigger a relapse?
boredom, anger, depression, anxiety
False... emotional regulation involves understanding and managing your emotional feelings/responses
What does co-occurring disorder mean?
two diagnoses are present; often a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder
Give an example of an overgeneralization?
Example should include: making a blanket statement about something that might not be true
***DAILY DOUBLE***
If you have thoughts of hurting yourself you can call the national suicide hotline number... what is that number?
988
What emotion is difficult for you to express
personal answer
True or false: cognitive distortions are impossible to change
false... you have the ability to change your thought patterns
What is Tolerance?
Needing a larger amount of a substance to achieve its desired affects
Give an example of jumping to conclusions
Example should include: making an assumption without having evidence
How can mindfulness help with emotional regulation?
Mindfulness is the act of being present and intentional. It helps you pause and reflect before reacting or responding
Share a time you have experienced guilt or shame related to addiction or recovery
personal answer!
True or False: Emotions carry weight and can impact sobriety
True... Emotions have significant impacts on our daily lives, therefore not knowing how to manage your emotions can affect your ability to regulate triggers/cravings
What is Al-anon?
support group for people with friends or family that have been affected by alcohol use/addiction
Give an example of all-or-nothing thinking
example should include: something that is seen as black or white, not on a spectrum
methadone, suboxone, or subutex
Share a secondary emotion you've felt this week and what emotion it stems from (primary emotion)
example can vary... frustration secondary, anger primary or boredom secondary, depression primary
True or false: Isolation can be a warning sign of an emotional relapse
True... isolation can be used as an unhealthy coping mechanism, but can prevent you from reaching out.. potentially leading to a relapse
In the context of relapse prevention, what does the acronym "HALT" stand for?
hungry, angry, lonely, tired