What happens to dopamine levels in early recovery?
They can drop. The brain is recalibrating --> low motivation, flat mood...
What are the three stages of relapse?
Emotional, mental, physical.
What is "urge surfing"?
Riding out a craving like a wave without acting on it.
Information or an emergency kit to help an individual from using again. This kit could include 12 step information, important phone numbers, healthy recreational activities to participate in.
What is a relapse prevention plan
Why does tolerance happen?
The brain adapts to the substance and requires more for the same effect.
Which step asks you take responsibility and make amends?
What is step nine
What is the difference between an internal and external trigger?
Internal = feeling/thoughts
External = people, places, things.
* This health professional helps educate you on healthy, safe activities that you can become involved in. * They also help you integrate healthy activities into your daily life
What are counselors/therapists
Some high-risk situations to avoid are to not let yourself get too hungry, angry, lonely or tired. What acronym can help you remember these circumstances?
What is H.A.L.T.
(Hungry, angry, lonely, tired)
What does long-term recovery require?
(answers can vary)
Abstinence, lifestyle change, consistency, emotional growth, goals, support system, purpose.
What part of the brain is responsible for impulse control?
What is the prefrontal cortex
Three indispensable spiritual principles in the 12 step fellowship are? (hint, think of H.O.W.)
What are honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness.
What are some warning signs of relapse?
(answers can vary)
Isolation, romanticizing use, withdrawn mood/attention, skipping meetings.
5 skills you have learned in treatment to overcome cravings and triggers
(answers can vary)
A sponsor, a relapse prevention plan, laughter, service, work, being with family, hobbies etc.