12 Step Programs
What is the first step in a 12-Step program?
What is we admitted we were powerless over our addictions and that our lives have become unmanageable?
What does the acronym HALT stand for?
What does the acronym HALT stand for?
Myth or Fact: Addiction is a moral failing.
What is a myth? (Addiction is a chronic brain disease, not a moral issue.)
This Iron Man actor is known for his recovery from addiction.
Who is Robert Downey Jr.?
This form of movement is often used to reduce stress and improve mood.
What is walking (or accept: exercise)?
What 12 Step program originated in Akron, Ohio?
What is Alcoholics Anonymous?
Name one common emotional trigger that can lead to relapse.
What is stress? (Also accepted: anger, loneliness, sadness)
Myth or Fact: You have to hit "rock bottom" before getting help.
What is a myth? (Anyone can seek recovery at any point.)
This singer of "Skyscraper" has been open about her struggles and recovery journey.
Who is Demi Lovato?
This form of talk helps replace negative thoughts with positive ones.
What is positive affirmation or positive self-talk?
Which Christian-based recovery program is often hosted in churches?
What is Celebrate Recovery?
This type of plan outlines personal warning signs and coping strategies.
What is a relapse prevention plan?
Myth or Fact: People in recovery can never enjoy life again.
What is a myth? (Many people find deeper joy and meaning in recovery.)
This Friends actor detailed his addiction in a 2022 memoir.
Who is Matthew Perry?
This mindfulness-based activity involves paying close attention to the present moment without judgment.
What is meditation?
What is the term for a person who guides another through the steps?
What is a sponsor?
True or False: Relapse means failure.
What is false?
Myth or Fact: Relapse means treatment failed.
What is a myth? (Relapse can be part of recovery and a signal to adjust the plan.)
This comedian and former host of "The Tonight Show" has long been sober and open about recovery.
Who is Jay Leno?
Reframing negative thoughts to constructive ones in order to change behavior is a technique from what kind of therapy?
What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
In the 12 Steps, making “a searching and fearless moral inventory” is which step?
What is Step 4?
What cognitive strategy involves challenging and changing unhelpful thoughts?
What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Myth or Fact: Addiction affects brain structure and function.
What is a fact? (Substance use can change brain chemistry and wiring.)
This British comedian and author of Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions is a prominent recovery advocate
Who is Russell Brand?
This coping skill deals with writing down thoughts or feelings in order to process emotions.
What is journaling?