Traits of Denial
I had a grat time last night.
What is Euphoric recall?
Beating around the bush
What is passive communication?
Afraid, Hopeless, Shame
What are High risk feelings?
I promise I'll change if they come back
What is bargaining?
precontemplation
What is the 1st stage of recovery?
I had a great time partying but I don't remember falling over the couch and down the steps.
What is emotional memory loss?
What is aggressive communication?
Seek help and support
What is a strategy for coping with feelings?
I feel hopeless about my future without them
What is depression?
preparation
What is the 3rd stage of recovery?
What happened at the party last night? Was I even there?
What is a blackout?
confusing, dishonest, hurtful
What is passive-aggressive communication?
Checking the Facts
What is a strategy for coping with feelings?
I can go on with my life and deal with their absence
What is acceptance?
maintenance
What is the 5th stage of recovery?
Silence, Threatening, Genralizing, Rationalizing
What are components that make up the wall of denial?
pertinent information shared
What is assertive communication?
Muscle relaxation and deep breathing
What is a healthy alternative to difficult feelings?
denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance
What are the 5 stages of grief?
you are working on successfully managing your addiction and regaining control of your life.
What does it mean to be a recovering addict?
Open, Secret, Blind, Potential
What is the Johari Window?
dishonest, secret, insecure, inconsistent, selish
What are unhealthy relationships?
You can handle this
What is a positive affirmation?
Respect other people's grieving processes like you want them to respect yours
What can you do to cope with grief?
Understanding your own personal warning signs.
What is the aim of relapse prevention?