Cognitive Distortion
When you see things in black and white.
Seeing in absolutes like "always" or "never"
What is All or Nothing thinking
Focusing on other things is an example of what TYPE of coping skill
example:
music, video games, gardening, art
distraction
What is a trigger?
Something that reminds you of past trauma or past use that leads to deep cravings or desire to use.
What is passive communication?
Not being direct
Not standing up for yourself
Avoids conflict
What are the names of the Dogs at Madrona?
Roland and Abby
What is Magnification
Yelling, crying, screaming, or using a punching bag are examples of what TYPE of coping skill
Emotional Release
What is the difference between a lapse and a relapse
A lapse is a one time isolated event that can be "reversed"
A relapse is falling back into the same pattern of use before recovery began.
What is aggressive communication?
Blaming others
Not taking responsibility
Raising your voice and yelling or threatening
Trying to control and attack others
What are the three phases at Madrona?
Orientation, Engagement, and Transition?
Mind reading and Fortune Telling are examples of what Cognitive Distortion
the 5 senses activity, mindfulness
meditations, yoga and noticing what is around you is what TYPE of coping skill
Grounding
What are 3 high risk situations to relapse in Early recovery?
Friends who use
Becoming Angry or irritable,
Substances in your house
Being bored/lonely
Special occasions: parties, holidays, etc.
What are the 3 parts of an I-statement
I feel___
when__
Because___
What are some of the coping skills you can access at Madrona?
coping showers
essential oils
talking with staff
petting the goats
exercising
getting a snack (fruit)
having some tea
Taking space
fidget toys
"I feel inadequate, I must be a worthless person"
and
"I feel guilty. I must have done something wrong"
are examples of what cognitive distortion
Emotional Reasoning
Give 5 examples of what self-care can look like
(many options)
showers, baths, having a treat, getting a massage, doing your nails, cleaning your space, getting dressed up, buying yourself something nice...
Name motivations that you have to not return to using substances
(different for each person)
Save money
My health
Build back relationships
Not get arrested
etc
The most helpful TYPE of communication to use to get what you want and to solve conflicts
Assertive communication
This staff member runs the substance-use and recovery groups.
Lorraine
"If I was a better friend, he would not be depressed."
and
"If I was a better student, than my school would have gotten more funding. It is all my fault"
are examples of what Cognitive Distortion
Personalization
Name the 6 TYPES of coping skills
Emotional release, self-care, grounding, distraction, accessing your higher self, and thought challenging
Name 5 things on your "sober bucket list" that you would not be able to accomplish if you returned to past substance use.
Can be anything.
finish school, start driving, travel, go to college, buy a house, have a family, ....
Name 5 ways that you can successfully handle conflict or have a difficult conversation?
use coping skills to regulate yourself
Take breaks if you need to
Use I statements
Brainstorm solutions together
Ask the other person about their thoughts
Stop trying to prove that you are right
No fighting
Ask for help if you need it
Respect the things, people, and animals
Follow staff directions