Detox Myths
Category 1
Category 1
True or False: Detox is supposed to feel amazing and peaceful the whole time.
Fales, that's a Myth.
Stress, boredom, and lack of sleep are examples of…
Triggers
Anxiety or sadness are examples of…
Internal triggers
Structure and routine help reduce…
Relapse risk
A stage where someone is not thinking about changing yet.
“I’m only here because someone told me to come.”
Precontemplation
Texting old using friends out of boredom is…
Risky Behavior
“I’ll feel normal after 3 days.” Myth or Reality?
What is MYTH? (Healing takes time.)
HALT stands for…
Hungry Angry Lonely Tired
People, places, and music are examples of…
External triggers
Eating regularly supports…
Mood stability
A stage where someone feels unsure and stuck between using and changing.
or thinking...
“I know I should stop… but also maybe not today.”
Contemplation
Hanging around known triggers is…
High risk
Mood swings and fatigue during detox are…
Normal
Staring at the ceiling all night fixes insomnia.
Myth
Feeling irritated right before group can be a…
Trigger
Winning arguments in your head is not…
Therapy
A stage where someone starts making plans or small steps toward change.
Or.....
Googling meetings, asking about sober living, or actually listening in group for once.
Preparation
Not eating or sleeping during detox increases…
Vulnerability
Drinking tons of coffee will make detox faster.
Myth (BUT it can increase anxiety)
Sleep during early recovery is often…
Disrupted
Boredom in treatment happens because of…
Routine change
Talking to peers in treatment reduces…
Isolation
A stage where someone is actively working on sobriety and new behaviors.
or..
Showing up to group, using coping skills, and actually trying even when you’re annoyed.
Action
Thinking “I’m stronger now, nothing will happen” is…
Overconfidence
Cravings sometimes increase after detox because of…
Your Brain Chemicals Adjustmenting
A quick skill used when cravings hit suddenly.
Grounding
Walking away or pausing when stressed is a…
Healthy response
“One day at a time” means focusing on…
Today
A stage focused on maintaining progress and preventing relapse.
or...
“I’ve been doing good… but I still gotta watch myself.”
Maintenance
Thinking “Maybe it wasn’t that bad” is…
Minimizing