Recovery Basics
To live a healthy, fulfilling life free from addiction.
What is the main goal of recovery?
Name two common triggers for relapse.
What are Stress, peer pressure, boredom, negative emotions, or certain places/people.
Name one physical activity that can help reduce stress.
Walking, yoga, running, dancing, or any form of exercise.
Name one mental health benefit of recreational therapy.
What is reducing stress, improving mood, or boosting self-esteem.
This practice, often used in recovery to improve mental clarity and reduce anxiety, involves focusing on the present moment and is commonly done through techniques like deep breathing or guided meditation.
What is mindfulness?
Returning to substance use after a period of abstinence.
What is Relapse.
What is one healthy way to cope with a craving?
What are Deep breathing, calling a support person, distraction techniques, exercise, etc.
What is one example of practicing mindfulness?
Meditation, focusing on your breath, or observing your surroundings without judgment.
What is a recreational activity that involves rhythmic movement to reduce stress?
What is dancing.
Name one healthy way to celebrate milestones in recovery.
What is treating yourself, hosting a sober gathering, journaling, or sharing in a meeting.
How do our brains learn best?
What is repetition and reward
What is the "urge surfing" technique?
What is riding out a craving like a wave, acknowledging it without acting on it, and letting it pass
How does gratitude support recovery?
It shifts focus from problems to positive aspects of life, boosting resilience.
What brain chemical is increased during enjoyable physical activity, helping improve mood?
What are Endorphins
What is one benefit of having a daily routine in recovery?
What is stability, reduced stress, and better time management.
Which brain chemical often referred to as the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, plays a central role in the brain’s reward and pleasure systems?
What is Dopamine
What is the term for creating a detailed plan to handle high-risk situations that might trigger relapse?
What is a relapse prevention plan
What are the 5 pillars to holistic wellness?
What is 1.Mind, 2.Body, 3.Spirit, 4.Emotion, and 5.Social
How can recreational therapy support long-term sobriety?
By providing healthy outlets for stress, improving social connections, and building self-confidence.
This type of exercise, often recommended for people in recovery, involves low-impact movement that can improve cardiovascular health and reduce stress without putting strain on the joints.
What is swimming?
What is the term used to describe the process of replacing maladaptive behaviors with healthier coping mechanisms in recovery?
What is Behavioral substitution
What is the name of the coping skill that involves recognizing and challenging negative thoughts that can lead to relapse?
What is Cognitive restructuring
This self-care practice, which involves creating a daily routine of prioritizing rest and relaxation, is essential for managing stress, improving mood, and avoiding burnout in recovery.
What is sleep hygiene?
Why is recreational therapy especially effective for people in recovery?
What is it provides healthy ways to cope with stress, helps replace unhealthy habits, rebuilds confidence, and fosters a sense of purpose and connection.
This nutrient, found in foods like leafy greens, nuts, and seeds, plays a crucial role in managing stress, improving sleep, and supporting overall brain function during recovery.
What is magnesium?