Recovery
This 12-step program is often used by people recovering from alcohol addiction.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous?
This term means a return to substance use after a period of sobriety.
What is relapse?
This type of forgiveness focuses on letting go of shame and self-blame after trauma.
What is self-forgiveness?
In recovery, this word describes having meaning or direction that motivates healthy choices.
What is purpose?
The brain chemical most associated with reward, motivation, and addiction.
What is dopamine?
This term refers to taking things one day at a time during the recovery process.
What is "Living in the present" or "One day at a time"?
This common relapse warning sign includes increased stress, isolation, or skipping meetings.
What are warning signs or triggers?
Forgiveness does not mean excusing harm, but choosing to release this feeling so it doesn’t control your healing.
What is resentment or anger?
Overcoming challenges and building skills in recovery can increase this in your life.
What is confidence?
Addiction is considered this type of disease because it changes brain structure and function.
What is a chronic disease?
This type of therapy, often used in recovery, involves talking with a trained professional to address mental health and addiction.
What is psychotherapy or counseling?
This recovery tool helps people plan what to do when cravings or risky situations come up.
What is a relapse prevention plan?
Forgiving yourself after trauma often begins with acknowledging your pain and allowing yourself to do this.
What is heal or grieve?
Many people in recovery find purpose by using their experiences to create this for themselves and others.
What is hope?
This factor, including genetics, environment, and trauma, can influence the risk of developing addiction.
What are risk factors?
This type of therapy, often used in recovery, focuses on changing harmful patterns of thinking and behavior.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Calling this person can help prevent relapse when urges feel strong.
What is a sponsor or support person?
This practice involves treating yourself with kindness instead of harsh self-judgment.
What is self-compassion?
Purpose in recovery can grow by rebuilding this with family, friends, or community.
What are relationships or connections?
Addiction often co-occurs with this type of condition, such as depression or anxiety.
What is a mental health disorder or co-occurring disorder?
This common recovery phrase reminds people to focus on progress rather than being perfect.
What is “Progress, not perfection”?
This skill involves pausing, noticing feelings, and making a healthy choice instead of acting on an urge.
What is mindfulness or coping skills?
Forgiving yourself can help reduce this common trauma response that keeps people stuck.
What is shame?
This recovery activity allows people to give back and feel connected to something bigger than themselves.
What is service or volunteering?
Using drugs or alcohol despite negative consequences is a key sign of this.
What is addiction or substance use disorder?