Triggers
What is a trigger?
Something that increases urges or emotional activation
What is a grounding skill?
A technique to bring awareness back to the present
What is a craving?
A strong desire to use
What is all or nothing thinking?
Seeing situations in extremes. "I failed so I am always a failure."
What is a sober support?
A person helping maintain recovery.
Name one external trigger
people, places, environments, activities
Give one example of a healthy distraction
Walk, music, journaling, calling someone
How long does a craving last?
10-20 minutes
What is catastrophizing?
Expecting the worst possible outcome
What is the purpose of a sponsor/mentor?
Accountability, guidance, shared lived experience
Name one internal trigger
stress, sadness, boredom, anger, loneliness
Who is the greatest, most spectacular group leader of all time?
Adam
Name a physical sign of craving
Restlessness, tension, heart rate increase
Give an example of magical thinking.
My addiction will pass and I don't have to do anything to make it happen.
One benefit of group therapy
Connection, shared experience, reduced isolation
Why is HALT important? (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired)
These states increase vulnerability to relapse
Box breathing
What is a replacement behavior?
A behavior that is used to divert the brain from old habits and develop new reward pathways
Why does isolation increase relapse risk?
Less accountability, more room for cravings to grow
Explain the difference between a trigger and a craving
Trigger=cue, Craving=desire/urge that follows the cue
muscle
Explain the addiction cycle
Why do thinking errors matter in recovery?
Thoughts influence feelings, behaviors, relapse, and recovery.
What's one way to build community outside of treatment?
Volunteering, hobbies, peer groups, fitness, meetings