Long Term Use
12 Step Basics
Withdrawal
The Big Book
Recovery Concepts that Start with "R"
100

Long term use of this substance can lead to liver disease, heart disease and some kinds of cancer 

what is ALCOHOL 

100
These are the 3 spiritual principles are considered indispensable to the recovery process, and are represented by the acronym H.O.W
what are HONESTY, OPEN-MINDEDNESS and WILLINGNESS


100

Early withdrawal symptoms from this substance can include anxiety, muscle aches, runny nose, and yawning.


Where are OPIATES 

100

The Big Book asserts this is the root of our troubles 

What is SELFISHNESS/SELF-CENTEREDNESS


100

When you're holding onto something, you should work to _______ it.

What is RELEASE 


200

Although many substances can lead to a temporary psychotic state, 10-15% of people who abuse this drug never made a complete recovery

What are AMPHETAMINES 

200

According to the Big Book of a.a, these avail us nothing.

what are HALF-MEASURES?

200

Sweating, HBP, and hallucinations are signs of serious danger when withdrawing from this drug.


What is ALCOHOL

200

This is the "number 1 offender?"

What is RESENTMENT

200

When you need to get obstacles out of your way

What is REMOVE THEM 

300
Chronic use of this substance can lead to a loss of the sense of smell, trouble swallowing, and gangrene of the bowels 
what is COCAINE 
300

The 1st step in the AA and NA 12-steps is identical except for these words/terms 

What is ALCOHOL vs OUR ADDICTION 

300

Along with alcohol, withdrawal from this class of drugs can be fatal.


What are BENZODIAZEPINES

300

aFTAfter completing this step a period of meditation and review your progress to this point is recommended 

What is STEP 5?

300

You will not get anywhere if you do this

What is RUNAWAY

400
Chronic abuse of this class of drugs can lead to permanent hearing loss

what are OPIOIDS 


400

The 3rd tradition is designed to protect 12-step members from judgement by other members, requiring only this for membership.

what is A DESIRE TO STOP DRINKING/USING?

400

Constipation, irritability, difficulty concentrating, weight gain, and headache are common withdrawal symptoms of this substance.



What is NICOTINE


400

According to the Big Book this is my job today 

what is TO BE OF MAXIMUM USEFULNESS TO OTHERS?


400
When someone is injured or recovering from an illness there needs to be a period of _______ in which the person heals from their ailment.

What is REHABILITATION 

500

Chronic Abuse of alcohol can cause this permanent form of brain damage characterized by partial paralysis, language problems, and an inability to form new memories

what is WERNIKE-KORSAKOFFSYNDROME (wet brain)

500
The co-founders of A.A were Bill W and Dr. Bob, but he founded N.A in 1953

Who is JIMMY K?

500

When you stop using this drug, be prepared for sugar cravings and a long lasting inability to feel pleasure (anhedonia).


What is METHAMPHETAMINE?

500

"Rarely have we seen" this type of person fail 

Who is SOMEONE WHO THOROUGHLY FOLLOWS OUR PATH?

500
This is an important part of recovery and learning to socialize and would include attending picnics or other activities with others.

What is RECREATION?

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