Relapse Excuses
“I remember the days when……”
Happy memories
It’s helpful to know what your triggers are, so when you encounter them you can avoid a relapse.
True
What can you tell yourself when you are having thoughts about "happy memories" of getting high?
Remind yourself of the consequences, "you don't need that to have" "It's not worth it."
Toy Story
What is a consequence of using drugs?
Suspended, family problems, poor grades, negative health effects, etc.
“I deserve to smoke this one time because I’ve been good for…..”
Testing yourself
It's okay to have thoughts about using.
True. As long as you do not act on those thoughts.
What can you do when you find yourself in a crisis situation and feel like using?
Talk to someone, challenge your thoughts, distract yourself, etc.
Which princess loses her glass slipper at the ball?
Cinderella
No. You maybe numb for a little while, but your problems come back when you sober up.
“My boyfriend/girlfriend broke up with me. I need a drink to deal with this.”
Crisis
Everyone who stops using alcohol and drugs never thinks about getting high again.
False
What can you do to relax instead of using drugs and alcohol?
Meditation, read a book, listen to music, etc.
What is the name of the blue alien that landed on Kauai?
Stitch
How can substance use impact your future goals?
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Thinking you need drugs to feel numb, calm or at peace.
Escape
You should feel guilty about having thoughts of using.
False. Having thoughts about using are normal and expected.
What can you do to increase your confidence instead of using drugs?
Positive self-talk, getting involved in the community, taking care of yourself.
In The Incredibles, what is Violet's superpower?
Invisibility!
What are the benefits of staying clean and sober?
Improved family relationships, school performance, feeling better about yourself, actually dealing with problems, etc.
Feeling uncomfortable socializing without being high
Socialization
There may be some negative consequences that come with staying sober.
True, but they are usually short-term. Losing friends that use, feeling lonely, etc.
What is an excuse you've used to get high? What could you tell yourself if that happens again?
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In Coco, what does Miguel's family make for a living?
Shoes
Losing friends that use, feeling lonely, cravings, feeling uncomfortable etc.