Addiction Myths
True or False: Recovery is a one-time event.
What is False: Recovery is an ongoing process that involves continuous learning, growth, and change. It doesn’t happen all at once; it's a journey.
This means the physical and/or mental dependence on a particular substance(s) or activity
What is addiction
In PWAs, ______% report alcohol as their primary substance
What is 57
Face It TOGETHER was founded in ________
What is 2009
True or False: Kattie's husband Eric prefers his toilet paper going from the top down
What is True
True or False: If you relapse, it means you’ve failed.
What is False: Recurrence is often a part of the recovery process and does not mean failure. It’s an opportunity to learn and adjust the recovery plan
True or False: Little above 17% of those with drug addiction get help
What is False. Less than 11% get help
In PWAs, _______% reported misusing psychostimulants as a secondary substance
What is 54
Face It TOGETHER's original name was ___________
What is Face It! We added the word TOGETHER to convey community
True or False: Ally gets extremely upset when Pumpkin Spice drinks come out at Starbucks in the Fall
What is False, she's actually obsessed!
True or False: Recovery is only about stopping substance use.
What is False: Recovery is not just about stopping substance use; it involves emotional, mental, and social healing to build a healthy life.
Who can experience addiction?
A. Anyone B. Only under the age of 50 C. Teens D. Only Me
What is A. Anyone
What is 19
After getting well from alcohol addiction, co-founder ______ ________ was called to do something.
Who is Kevin Kirby
What is the name of the Troll that is a must see for any FIT employee when coming to Colorado?
Who is Rita
True or False: You don't have to reach rock bottom in order to reach out for help.
What is True.
Is Addiction a Disease?
What is Yes. The American Society Addiction Medicine (ASAM) defines Addiction as a primary, chronic disease of brain reward, motivation, memory and related circuitry.
In LOs, _______% have a history of problematic use of alcohol or other drugs
What is 24
The Green in Face It TOGETHER's logo means ________
What is Life
Which team member is most likely to break out into dancing/singing
Who is Megan or Kattie
True or False: Addiction is only a problem for certain "types" of people.
What is False: Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their race, socioeconomic status, or background. It is a complex disease that doesn’t discriminate.
True or False: You can't have an addiction if you have a job.
What is False
At 60 days of coaching, ______% of PWA members are more satisfied with their current employement
What is 58
Our fearless leader, Wendy White took over as CEO of Face It TOGETHER in ____________
What is 2020
______ is the middle name that most of Megan's family shares
What is Rae