Relapse Prevention
What are the Three Stages of Relapse?
Emotional, Mental, & Physical
In this stage of relapse, a person begins to feel uneasy or dissatisfied and might notice changes in their mood, feeling, and behavior, even though they haven’t considered using substances yet.
emotional relapse
This drug is derived from a plant and creates feelings of relaxation and altered time perception, but heavy use can impair memory and motivation over time.
Marijuana (Cannabis).
What is the most popular soft drink in the United States?
Coca-Cola.
"I am Groot." was repeatedly said by Vin Diesel in this 2014 superhero film. What movie is it?
Guardians of the Galaxy
This type of plan helps you stay sober by identifying situations or triggers that might tempt you to use substances and planning ways to avoid or handle them.
Relapse Prevention Plan
During this stage of relapse, a person starts thinking about using substances again, fantasizing about it, or convincing themselves they can manage it.
Mental relapse
This highly addictive drug provides a short but intense euphoria, followed by a crash, and can cause increased heart rate, paranoia, and strokes.
Cocaine
"I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse." was said by Marlon Brando in this 1972 crime drama. What movie is it?
The Godfather
This dessert, originating from the African-American community, is often made with sweet potatoes and marshmallows. What dessert is it?
Sweet potato casserole.
Having ____ _____ helps people stay sober by learning how to manage stress, emotions, and triggers without turning to substances
Coping Skills
During the mental stage, a person starts to think about using the substance again. They might tell themselves it’s okay to use “just once” or that they can control it. What is this called?
rationalizing or justifying use
This synthetic opioid is 50-100 times more potent than morphine and is a leading cause of overdose deaths due to its potency.
Fentanyl.
The first African-American woman to win an Academy Award for Best Actress, known for her role in Monster's Ball. She is also known as a princess and a cat. Who is she?
Halle Berry (B.A.P.S, Cat Woman)
This band, formed in 1965, became known for their psychedelic rock sound and the song "Comfortably Numb." Who are they?
Pink Floyd
Why do Boundaries Matter in recovery?
-Not setting boundaries can put you at risk of getting hurt, and life can feel chaotic and unmanageable.
-Chance of Relapse
-help to prioritize taking care of yourself first
In the emotional relapse stage, this is a helpful action to take to avoid going further into relapse.
asking for help or reaching out to a support group/call sponser
Often prescribed for ADHD, this drug can enhance focus but is frequently abused to stay awake or lose weight, leading to anxiety, heart issues, and dependency.
Adderall (Amphetamine).
Despite its name, this orange vegetable is technically a berry. What is it?
pumpkin
This drug is derived from opium and can cause euphoria, but its use can lead to addiction, overdose, and death. What is it?
heroin
The first goal of a relapse prevention plan is to _____
identify your triggers (what makes you use)
During mental relapse, a person might have this type of thinking: “I can use and still be okay” or “I won’t get hooked again.”
denial or minimizing the risk
This drug creates intense hallucinations and distorted perceptions of reality but can also cause flashbacks, anxiety, and long-term psychosis.
LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide).
Acid
This hallucinogen can cause visual and auditory distortions and feelings of detachment, but also risks violent behavior, seizures, and kidney failure.
PCP (Phencyclidine, also known as Angel Dust).
This 2000s television series features a high school chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine producer. What show is it?
Breaking Bad