Understanding Addiction
This term refers to the physical and psychological dependence on a substance.
What is addiction?
This is the first phase of recovery, where an individual stops using the substance.
What is detoxification?
This is a simple technique used to reduce stress, which involves deep breathing and focusing on the present moment.
What is mindfulness?
This actor, known for his role in "Iron Man," has publicly shared his struggle with addiction and his recovery journey.
Who is Robert Downey Jr.?
This is the first step in relapse prevention, where individuals are taught to recognize triggers and high-risk situations.
What is identifying triggers?
This area of the brain is primarily responsible for reward and pleasure and is often affected by substance abuse.
Wha is the brain's reward system (or the msolimbic pathway)?
This term is used to describe the first 30 days after someone stops using substances.
What is early recovery?
This coping strategy involves the use of positive self-talk and reframing negative thoughts to manage stress or anxiety, focusing on solutions instead of problems.
What is cognitive reframing or positive self-talk?
This singer, known for the hit song “Heart Attack" and "Confident" struggled with addiction and mental health issues before coming out publicly about her battles and eventually finding healing through therapy and rehabilitation.
Who is Demi Lovato?
Benefits of _____ include increasing your physical well-being, improving your emotional well-being, improving your mental alertness, improving your sleep, providing you with more energy, and reducing your stress and anxiety
What is exercise?
This is the name for the condition when someone has developed a tolerance to a drug and needs more of it to achieve the same effect.
What is tolerance?
This step in the 12-Step program encourages individuals to admit they are powerless over their addiction.
What is Step 1?
This strategy involves writing down feelings, experiences, or emotions as a way to process them, often leading to clarity and emotional release.
What is journaling?
This famous athlete struggled with addiction to painkillers, but after seeking treatment and a period of sobriety, he made a comeback in his sport, continuing to break records and win championships.
Who is Michael Phelps?
This structured strategy helps individuals in recovery identify triggers, develop coping mechanisms, and build a support system to reduce the likelihood of returning to old behaviors.
What is a relapse prevention plan?
This part of the brain, often associated with decision-making, impulse control, and judgment, can be altered in individuals struggling with addiction, making it harder to resist cravings and impulses.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
This is the milestone where someone has developed a strong sense of self-discipline and routine, using daily practices like meditation, exercise, or journaling to stay grounded in recovery.
What is developing a daily routine?
This coping strategy involves talking to someone you trust, such as a sponsor or therapist, when you’re struggling.
What is seeking social support?
This musician/artist known for his whimsical outfits and hit songs like "Crocodile Rock" has been sober for over 30 years and is currently Eminem's sponsor.
Who is Elton John?
This is a key part of a relapse prevention plan, often involving regular meetings, check-ins with a therapist, or staying in touch with a sponsor to ensure ongoing support after treatment.
What is ongoing support or aftercare?
This term describes the compulsive need to use a substance, often to avoid discomfort or negative emotions.
What is substance use disorder?
This stage in recovery involves integrating new behaviors and maintaining long-term sobriety.
What is long-term recovery?
This involves focusing on the positive aspects of life to maintain mental health and strengthen recovery.
What is practicing gratitude?
This actress, known for her role in "The Nutty Professor" and "Bridget Jones's Diary," faced struggles with body image and addiction to alcohol but found recovery through rehab and therapy.
Who is Renee Zellweger?
This type of prevention strategy focuses on addressing situations where an individual might be tempted to relapse, such as social gatherings, by having a clear plan or exit strategy.
What is developing a coping plan or exit strategy?