Relapse Prevention
What might be a threat to your relapse prevention?
Living with a family member who uses
Hanging out with old friends
Not having a support system
Thinking it is o.k. to use just once
A substance invented by the Bayer Company in Germany in the late 1800's and thought to be a cure for morphine addiction.
Heroin. **The scientists who invented it and used it said it made them feel heroic, thus, the name heroin**
What are the 3 main external triggers?
People, Places and things
To fall back into a previous condition, especially after a partial recover from illness.
Relapse
What is the most commonly used drug?
Alcohol
Identify the best tool for time management when first starting recovery?
Scheduling-Often one of the biggest causes of chaos in life is disorganization. When our lives become disorganized, we open doors to all sorts of trouble that could have otherwise been avoided. It is never too late to start getting organized. And the most important thing we can get a handle on first is our time.
True or False? You can catch Hepatitis C even without sharing needles?
TRUE!
What is an internal trigger?
A thought or a feeling that can create a craving to use drugs?
SMART goals are goals that are...
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time Oriented
True or False - Prescription drugs kill more people than illegal drugs?
TRUE - Currently, prescription drug overdose has caused more than 23,000 deaths in the United States alone. Even though you need a prescription for these drugs, the fact that they are easier to get a hold of than illegal drugs remains.
What are 5 signs you may be at risk for relapse?
Feeling depressed
Acting out
Isolating
Becoming complacent
Feeling resentful towards those in recovery
Methamphetamine can cause short term memory loss without using excess amounts? True or False?
TRUE The chemicals that it is made with effects the brain even after 1 use
What are things you can do to avoid triggering people, places and things?
Change your phone number
Move
Find different places to hang out
Find a new support group
Find new hobbies
Define coping skills
The set of skills that a patient uses in order to avoid and deal with triggers and cravings
Long term benzo use can cause what disease?
Alzheimer’s
5 things to make an effective Relapse Prevention Plan
Self assessment
Recognize triggers
Plan for the worst
Involve others
Set Goals
What percentage of Americans with a substance abuse problem started smoking, drinking or using other drugs before age 18?
90% - Fact is that while you’re a teen (and even into your early 20’s!), you’re still growing and developing, and drug abuse during these years in particular can have a lasting impact. Another fact to consider: the brain is much more vulnerable to addiction during these years.
How can a relationship in early recovery act as a trigger?
Choose an unhealthy partner because you can "relate"
Replacing drug addiction with love addiction
Expecting to be fixed
Being consumed in the relationship and neglecting your recovery
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
What to do if/when you relapse
Brace yourself
Get support
Consider going back to treatment
Look on the bright side
Try not to get stuck in the revolving door
Getting caught passing notes to the opposite gender while in treatment at PCE will result in RBG?
Yes - Relationship behaviors noticed by staff are taken seriously as it not only effects your recovery, but everyone involved. RBG is a 5 day process of classes and extra homework, during which time you lose your access (ie-no outside meetings, visitation, etc.)
Name some of the most common relapse triggers
Stress
Relationships
Over confidence
Mental or physical illness
Isolation
Smells
People
Social situations or places
What is a treatment plan?
The tool that focuses on patient goals and progress in treatment