Recovery Basics
This is the first step in admitting you have a problem with addiction.
What is admitting powerlessness?
These are people, places, or things that can spark the urge to use.
What are triggers?
Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
what is step 9
Drinking large amounts of alcohol over time primarily damages this organ., but it can repair itself in due time with clean living.
What is the liver
Having a sponsor in a 12-step program provides _______ and support
what is accountability?
This fellowship is based on 12 steps and the principle of anonymity.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous?
A craving usually lasts this long before it peaks and passes.
What is 18–30 minutes?
Relapse is often considered part of this process, not the end of it.
what is recovery
This type of sleep disturbance is common in early recovery.
what is insomnia
This type of therapy uses evidence-based practices, often led by a counselor with multiple patients/clients
what is group therapy.
This is the brain’s “reward chemical” that substances often hijack.
What is dopamine?
most relapses occur between the ___ and ___ month mark, with no plan or support group or lessened active recovery.
what is 9 and 11 months
This type of plan outlines steps for what to do if a relapse occurs.
what is relapse action plan
This drug is the strongest soft tissue destroyer in humans
what is alcohol
This phrase describes when someone transfers their addiction from substances to things like gambling, shopping, or relationships.
What is cross-addiction?
This type of support involves individuals sharing their recovery experiences with one another.
What is peer support/meetings
what is an obsession of the mind
This type of relapse occurs long before someone picks up a drink or drug.
what is emotional relapse.
brain healing and craving/urge reduction usually happens around the time span of ___ years
what is two years
This type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns to support recovery.
what is CBT
This stage of change involves preparing to take steps toward recovery.
What is the preparation stage?
This type of prevention strategy involves anticipating challenges and rehearsing coping responses.
What is relapse prevention
What does "Slip" stand for?
sobriety lost its priority
Long-term drug use can impair this part of the brain responsible for decision-making.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
This type of mindset focuses on learning and resilience instead of failure.
what is growth mindset