Definitions & More
12 ounces of beer = 1 ounce of liquor = ___ ounces of wine
5
Style of communication that can include squinting the eyebrows, pursing the lips, clenching the jaws, and pointing the finger, and using a loud tone of voice
Aggressive
Two words that rhyme and that refer to ideas that are unhelpful and hinder recovery
Stinkin' Thinkin' ... includes being resentful, finding fault with others, blaming others, all-or-nothing thinking, jumping to conclusions, negativity toward self, etc.
A six-letter word that refers to a feeling of pressure, overwhelm, anxiety, frustration, discouragement, and/or confusion
Stress
This form of support group does not include a spiritual component but does not oppose it.
SMART Recovery
Type of drinking that means consuming 3-4 alcoholic beverages per day OR more than 7 drinks per week for females OR more than 14 drinks per week for males
Heavy drinking
Style of communication with soft speech, little eye contact, agreeing to things one does not want to do, and frequent apologies
Passive
HALT means what in AA?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired - fix these to help prevent a relapse!
Two physical symptoms of stress
Reduced appetite, aching muscles, headache, fatigue, difficult sleeping, grinding teeth, upset stomach, restlessness, high blood pressure
A support group for family members of alcoholics
Al-Anon or Adult Children of Alcoholics
Daily Double
Refers to the body's adjustment to a substance so that it requires larger amounts to feel the same effect that a smaller amount previously provided
What is this type of statement called? I feel annoyed when you don't put the trash in the trash can because it adds to the cleaning I have to do when I get off of work.
I message or I statement
What does SLIP stand for in AA?
Sobriety Losing Its Priority
Two ways to reduce stress
Use positive self talk, maintain a healthy diet, get adequate sleep and rest, have fun, exercise, listen to music, pray, etc.
A person in a 12 step support group that you can call when you need support, advice, or encouragement
Sponsor
This condition includes 2 or more of the following: risky use of a substance such as DUI, social/relationship problems, loss of control or using more than intended, tolerance, and/or withdrawal
Substance Use Disorder
Give an example of assertive body language
Examples include good eye contact, open posture, relaxed but not slouching, etc.
What does HOW stand for in AA?
Honesty, Open-mindedness, Willingness ... that's how the program works!
Two physical signs of anger
Clenched fist, flushed face, large posture, clenched jaw, clenched eyebrows, etc.
Daily Double
For SMART Recovery, what is SMART an acronym for?
Type of drinking that means consuming 4-5 drinks within two hours
Binge drinking
Give an example of an assertive response to refuse a drink or substance.
No (or another firm response) and leaving the situation or similar
Five words that refer to living sober for today
One Day at a Time
Two ways to manage anger
Exercise, rethink, talk to neutral person, call sponsor, breathe, pray, listen to music, progressive relaxation, etc.
Name two things you can do to prevent a relapse.
Play the tape forward; remember consequences - cons of using, pros of not using; call someone who understands; exercise your power to choose not to use; avoid and/or leave slippery people, places, and things; increase self-awareness of early warning signs; distract yourself; pray/meditate; remember a cravings and feelings are temporary; etc.