RED FLAGS
Thinking Traps
100

True or False: Changes in attitude often occur before changes in behavior.

What is TRUE

Have you ever noticed your attitude change before your behavior, such as a lapse or relapse?

100

Thinking "I failed once, so I'm a failure" is called...

What is All-or-Nothing Thinking?

200

This warning sign involves telling yourself, "Just this once won't hurt."

What is rationalization?

200

Thinking "Everyone thinks I'm going to fail" is...

What is mindreading?

300

Which usually comes first?

A. Positive drug screen

B. Emotional relapse

C. Physical relapse

D. Consequences

B. What is an emotional relapse

400

You've noticed you're sleeping poorly, eating less, feeling irritable, and avoiding phone calls—but you're not thinking about using. What stage of relapse might this represent?

What is emotional relapse?

500

True or False: People are often the last to recognize their own relapse warning signs.

What is TRUE

600

Which of these is often the MOST dangerous red flag because people mistake it for progress?

A. Increased cravings

B. Overconfidence

C. Missing appointments

D. Feeling stressed

B. What is overconfidence

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