RECOVERY 1
Most common addiction across the nation...
As of 2020, 79.5% of Americans abuse alcohol
Substance with a high death rate in the U.S., higher than suicide
Fentanyl
Professional specializing in treating mental & emotional disorders is known as...
Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Therapist, Counselor
Treatment approach: utilizing effective healthy coping skills for ineffective behaviors, health of the mind, emotional intelligence
CBT and DBT
S.T.O.P. (DBT Skill)
S: Stop! Don't say or do anything.
T: Take a step back. Actually step away from your partner. Notice how you're breathing. ...
O: Observe what's going on inside and outside. Observe your thoughts and feelings. ...
P: Proceed mindfully. Consult your wise mind.
Violent or aggressive behavior within the home. Is common after coming under the influence
Domestic Violence, assault, and theft
Treatment that includes living onsite and receiving group and individual therapies.
Residential Facility
They help us manage our emotions related to difficult times to improve emotional health and help us grow as people. Behaviors, attitudes, and approaches
Healthy Coping skills
A powerful desire for something that usually passes.
Craving
Can be Internal and external. Provocation to relapse
Trigger
A realization period for someone suffering from addiction. It’s a stage where they will look outside of themselves, or inside of themselves, and find a newfound perspective or purpose.
Spiritual Awakening
With continued substance abuse the brain will stop producing this brain chemical that enables pleasure..
Dopamine
A higher power
F.E.A.R (ACT skill) or D.A.R.E (ACT skill)
F – Fusion of thoughts. E – Evaluation of experiences. A – Avoidance of thoughts and actions. R – Reasoning.
D = Defusion. A = Acceptance of discomfort. R = Realistic goals. E = Embracing values.
Most addictive substance
Sugar