Coping Skills
Name a coping skill that releases endorphins?
What is exercise?
This is the opposite of addiction.
What is connection?
What do we have no control over?
People, places and things.
Used to combat heroin/opiate overdose.
What is Narcan.
This actor known for his role in "Iron Man" has been open about his struggle with addiction and made a successful comeback to Hollywood.
Robert Downey Jr.
Regularly write down or reflect on things you’re grateful for to shift focus from stressors.
Journaling
What are three people/places that you can go to get support in your recovery?
What are Meetings, Health family and friends, and Group members, sponsors, and/or church?
Communication, Trust, Healthy Boundaries,
and safety are all signs of this.
What is a healthy relationship.
Drugs cause this chemical in your brain to release more than normal amounts.
What is dopamine?
This singer and actress, known for her powerful voice and hits like "Skyscraper," has been vocal about her journey with bulimia and addiction.
Who is Demi Lovato?
Focus on the present moment to reduce anxiety and improve emotional regulation.
Mindfulness Meditation
What do we have no control over?
People, places and things.
Step 1 of the 12 steps
What is "We came to believe that we had become powerless over our addictions and that our lives were out of control?"
The condition of not having any effects from alcohol or drugs
What is sobriety.
This comedian and actor, famous for his roles in "Good Will Hunting" and "Dead Poets Society," battled substance abuse issues before his untimely death in 2014.
Who is Robin Williams?
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This concept teaches individuals to become more self-aware.
What is mindfulness?
Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood him"?
Step 3
What are three people/places that you can go to get support in your recovery?
What are Meetings, Health family and friends, and Group members, sponsors, and/or church?
The most addictive and common drug
Why is Nicotine?
This "Matrix" star struggled with addiction in the past and has been an advocate for sober living and mental health awareness.
Who is Keanu Reeves?
Challenge and change negative thought patterns to more balanced perspectives.
Cognitive Restructuring
Founders of Alcoholic Anonymous
Who are Bill W. and Dr. Bob?
The emotional state of low tension, in which there is an absence of arousal, particularly from negative sources such as anger, anxiety, or fear.
What is relaxation?
Being able to recognize, label, and adjust your emotions
What is emotional regulation?
This musician, known for his band “The Red Hot Chili Peppers,” has openly discussed his struggles with heroin addiction and his journey to recovery.
Who is Anthony Kiedis?