Substance Abuse Terminology
State of being free from the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
What is Sobriety
Structured living environment that provides support for individuals in recovery, helping them transition back to independent living while maintaining sobriety.
What is Sober Living
Who played Iron Man in the Marvel movies and struggled with addiction before getting sober?
Who is Robert Downey Jr.
Feeling of despair and sadness.
What is Depression
This small action, like going for a walk or taking deep breaths, can help manage stress and cravings.
What is a Coping SKill
Process of removing toxic substances from the body, typically as a first step in addiction treatment.
What is Detoxification
Admitting powerlessness over addiction and recognizing that life has become unmanageable due to substance use.
What is the First Step in AA/NA
Which famous actor starred in Pirates of the Caribbean and has openly discussed his recovery from alcohol addiction?
Who is Johnny Depp
The need to use more and more of a substance.
What is Tolerance
This word means choosing not to use drugs or alcohol.
What is Abstinence
Strong, intense desires or urges to use a substance are often experienced by individuals in recovery and are a common challenge in addiction treatment.
What is Cravings
An individual who has experience in recovery and offers guidance and support to someone newer in the recovery process.
Which singer, known for hits like “Rehab,” overcame substance abuse and has been in recovery for many years?
Who is Amy Winehouse
Mental condition where a person loses touch with reality.
What is Psychosis
This person is trained to help others through recovery, often in group settings.
What is a Counselor or Therapist
Structured process where family members, friends, or professionals talk with someone about their substance abuse and encourage them to seek treatment or help.
What is Intervention
A Person, Place, thing, situation or feeling that makes you want to use again.
What is a Trigger
Which actor, known for The Breakfast Club and Sixteen Candles, went through addiction and has been sober for many years?
Who is Molly Ringwald
Shakiness, sweating, queasiness or vomiting, headache—when unable to take the substance.
What is withdrawal
This important daily habit in recovery helps you reflect, stay focused, and set goals. It also helps us connect between the way we think, feel, and behave.
What is Journaling
Condition characterized by an individual’s inability to control their use of a substance, despite harmful consequences, and often involves physical and psychological dependence.
What is Substance Use Disorder (Will accept Addiction)
Taking care of your physical and mental health to stay sober.
Which actor, known for The Pursuit of Happyness, struggled with addiction to crack cocaine and alcohol before getting sober?
Who is Will Smith
A set of symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, thirst, headache, muscle aches, nausea, stomach pain, vertigo, sensitivity to light and sound, anxiety, irritability, sweating, and increased blood pressure after using excessive alcohol consumption.
What is a hangover
This feeling is common in early recovery and can be helped by talking to others or attending meetings.
What is Lonliness