Recovery Basics
This is the first step in recovery for many people and involves recognizing there is a problem.
Acceptance
This mental health condition commonly includes feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest
Depression
Name one grounding technique used during anxiety or cravings
54321, Box Breathing, Urge Surfing, Deep Breathing, Meditation, etc.
Alcohol is classified as this type of drug because it slows down the central nervous system
Depressant
Clearly communicating your needs and limits is called setting these
Boundaries
A written strategy for maintaining sobriety and managing challenges
Recovery Plan
Excessive worry, nervousness, and fear are common symptoms of this disorder
Anxiety
Talking with trusted people when struggling is a form of this coping skill
Social Support
Naloxone is used to reverse overdoses involving this class of drugs.
Opioids
Listening, understanding, and showing concern for others demonstrates this quality
Empathy
The process of removing substances from the body under medical supervision
Detox
These are healthy actions people take to care for their emotional and physical well-being
Self-Care
Name one thing someone can do immediately when experiencing strong cravings.
Call a support person, use a coping skill, leave the situation, attend a meeting, or distract themselves
Continued substance use despite negative consequences is a hallmark of this condition
Substance Use Disorder
This communication style involves expressing needs respectfully and directly.
Assertive Communication
Combining multiple substances at the same time is known as this
Polysubstance use
This skill involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
Mindfulness
This recovery principle encourages taking one day at a time instead of focusing too far ahead.
One Day At A Time
This brain chemical is heavily involved in reward, pleasure, and addiction
Dopamine
This conflict-resolution skill involves listening to understand rather than to respond
Active Listening
Name the 6 stages of change in order
Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance & Relapse
This therapeutic approach focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
This coping skill involves identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts
Reframing
These 2 substances have the most fatal withdrawal affects/outcomes
Opioids and alcohol
This skill involves expressing your feelings using "I" statements
Healthy Communication