Triggers & Cravings
Feeling lonely, bored, or stressed
What is an internal trigger?
Part of the brain most affected by addiction
What is the reward system (nucleus accumbens)?
First stage of relapse
What is emotional relapse?
Writing down thoughts to process emotions
What is journaling?
Key benefit of a recovery network
What is accountability?
Seeing a place you used to use
What is an external trigger?
Organ that processes alcohol
What is the liver?
Stage of relapse where risky thinking starts
What is mental relapse?
Routine that improves mental health and structure
What is sleep hygiene?
•Organization that offers support for family members
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What is Al-Anon?
•Technique for handling cravings by 'riding the wave'
What is urge surfing?
System responsible for fight-or-flight response
What is the sympathetic nervous system?
Daily activity that helps prevent relapse
What is attending meetings?
Mind-body practice that improves focus and calm
What is mindfulness or meditation
Community support meeting (AA/NA)
What is a peer support group?
First step when a craving hits
What is pause and breathe?
What organ in the body heals quickly once you stop drinking alcohol?
What is the liver
Strategy for managing high-risk situations
What is having a plan?
Physical activity that boosts mood
What is exercise?
Phrase meaning to help others in recovery
What is 'service work'?
Healthy alternative to using when triggered
What is calling a support person?
Neurotransmitter linked to pleasure and reward
What is dopamine?
Relaxation technique that reduces anxiety
What is deep breathing?
Relaxation technique that reduces anxiety
What is deep breathing?
Person who guides you through 12 steps
Who is a sponsor?