Recovery Stages
This stage of recovery is sometimes referred to as the honeymoon period due to increased energy and optimism.
Early Abstinence
Attending 12 Step Meetings and Exercising are examples of
Non Triggering Activities
This saying reminds you to entrust things you cannot control to your higher power.
Let Go and Let God
What does H.O.W. stand for?
Honestly, Open-mindedness, and Willingness
An addiction to this substance is the most common in the United States.
Alcohol
Name the 4 Recovery Stages.
Withdrawal, Early Abstinence (Honeymoon), Protracted Abstinence (the wall), Adjustment/Resolution
This type of trigger can include anxiety, anger, frustration, and fatigue.
Emotional States
This saying reminds you to stay positive and that negativity is only temporary
This Too Shall Pass
What does H.A.L.T. stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
With continued substance abuse the brain stops making this chemical
In this stage of recovery we can sometimes see the return of cravings and to old behaviors.
Protracted Abstinence
This is a technique used to redirect thoughts to try and avoid a relapse.
Thought Stopping
This saying reminds us that honesty is essential in recovery
The acronym S.M.A.R.T. as in S.M.A.R.T. Goals stands for
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bond
This is a person who guides you through the steps and principals.
Sponsor
This stage of recovery can include over confidence, concern about weight gain, mood swings, and mild paranoia.
Saying things like "I was testing myself," "I needed it for a specific purpose," and "I felt bad" are all forms of what?
This saying is a reminder that you do not have to accept everything that is said at meetings and that you can decide what applies to you
Take What You Like and Leave the Rest
P.A.W.S. is the brain's way of correcting ___________ _________ that it suffered during active addiction.
Chemical Imbalances
Why is H.A.L.T. so important in recovery?
It can help prevent relapse.
Risk factors of this stage include feeling "cured" and relaxation of structure.
Adjustment and Resolution
12 Step Meetings, School, Sports, and Activities with Friends who are Drug Free are examples of...
Building Blocks of Structure
This reminds us to slow down and not try to do everything all at once
One Day At A Time
The period of of time that one can experience symptoms of P.A.W.S.
Up to 2 years
Common symptoms of P.A.W.S. include
(At least 3 symptoms)
What is insomnia, irritability, anxiety, depression, impaired concentration, lack of motivation, mood swings, low energy, poor memory, poor impulse control, increased sensitivity to stress, cravings, dreams, apathy