Recovery Strategies
This is the first step in recovery.
Admitting you have a problem.
Many believe addiction is a choice. The truth is that it is a complex disease affecting this organ.
The brain
These professionals provide therapy and support to individuals struggling with addiction.
addiction counselors
This strategy involves pinpointing the cues or situations that might lead to substance use.
Triggers
The practice of seeking, speaking, and living the truth.
What is Honesty?
A therapeutic approach that involves talking with a trained professional.
Counseling or Therapy.
The moderation myth
This support groups only requirement for membership is the DESIRE to stop using.
What is NA?
Relapse prevention plan or coping strategy
Being open to consider new ideas and information that could help in recovery.
What is open mindedness?
This type of group hangout happens in the community and is all about sharing vibes and experiences to promote continued sobriety.
What is a support group (AA, NA, all the A's)
Many think only certain people can become addicted. In reality, anyone can become addicted no matter their _______.
socioeconomic status or background
Family and friends who have a loved one in recovery can go to this type of support meeting.
What is Al-anon
Engaging in this healthy coping skill can distract from cravings and improve overall health.
Each client names a coping skill
Being prepared, ready, or cheerfully inclined to do something.
What is Willingness?
The practice of mindfulness and meditation can help individuals in recovery by promoting this state of mind.
PEACEFUL
This common belief suggests that addiction only effects certain types of people.
stereotype myth
Keeping a ____ can help individuals pinpoint emotions or feelings, it can also be used as a reflection tool.
journal
An ACTIVE CHANGE in our ideas, attitudes, and behaviors.
What is RECOVERY?
Having a close relationship with someone who you can be honest with, and they guide you in your recovery usually is called....
What is Sponsorship?
Some think addiction is solely a result of lack of willpower. It actually involves this biological factor that can make people more vulnerable.
genetic pre-disposition or genetic factors
These programs provide housing and support for individuals in recovery to help them reintegrate into society. This is typically a step down from a low level inpatient treatment.
What are some ways to practice recovery?
Many pathways to recover... Some include spirituality, 12step support groups, meditation...... and anything that helps you be better and make better decisions daily, and not return to old behaviors.
Change starts where?
With a thought, belief, and followed by an action.