SUBSTANCE ABUSE
The term used for the excessive drinking of alcohol
What is alcoholism or alcohol use disorder
This term refers to the act of writing down one's wrongdoings and taking responsibility for their actions.
What is taking an inventory?
This disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks
What is Panic Disorder?
This is the NA literature that outlines the steps, traditions, and principles of Narcotics
What is the Basic Text?
The term used for the conscious effort to engage in alternative healthy behaviors to replace drug or alcohol use.
What are coping skills?
The most addictive substance known to humans?
What is Nicotine
This step involves seeking through prayer and meditation to improve conscious contact with a higher power.
What is Step 11?
The term used for a severe form of depression that lasts for an extended period of time?
What is Major Depressive Disorder?
This concept refers to the freedom from active addiction and the prevention of relapse.
What is recovery?
The technique used to identify and challenge irrational thoughts and beliefs that may contribute to relapse?
What is cognitive reframing?
The term used for the act of taking a drug in larger amounts or for longer than prescribed
What is drug abuse?
This is the literature that outlines the steps and principles of Alcoholics Anonymous
What is the Big Book?
The disorder in which a person experiences a distorted perception of reality?
What is schizophrenia?
This principle encourages members to practice acceptance and tolerance towards others.
What is love?
The term used for the support network of individuals who provide encouragement and help during the recovery process.
What is a support system?
The primary psychoactive ingredient in marijuana
What is Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
This spiritual principle is associated with Step 6, where members become entirely ready to have their defects of character removed.
What is willingness?
The term used for a severe mood disorder characterized by extreme highs and lows?
What is Bipolar Disorder?
This is the suggested length of time for a newcomer to attend meetings daily.
What is 90 days?
The term used for the process of accepting and managing the negative emotions that may arise during recovery.
What is emotional regulation?
The term used for the physiological response to the removal or reduction of a drug after prolonged use
What is withdrawal?
This step involves continued personal inventory and prompt admission of one's wrongs.
What is Step 10?
The term used for the excessive and irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity?
What is phobia?
This spiritual principle is associated with Step 11, where members seek through prayer and meditation to improve their conscious contact with a higher power.
What is spirituality?
The technique used to reduce stress and promote relaxation, such as deep breathing or meditation?
What are relaxation techniques?