12 step
We admitted we were powerless over alcohol-- that our lives had become unmanageable.
What is step one
Self-care
What is the best way to prevent relapse?
The family role that does not make necessary boundaries with the addict/alcoholic. Excuses behavior. Believes they are protecting their family.
Who is the enabler?
Fall Back to old patterns of behavior
What is relapse?
Jaw clenching, teeth grinding , nausea , tightened muscles, sweating chills,increased heart rate, increased blood pressure and body temperture, shaking and next day sleepiness.
What are three side effects of ecstasy?
Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob
Who is AA founders?
Old people, places and situations
What are triggers
Often the person in the family who gets blamed for many of the family issues.
What is the scapegoat?
Active modification of behavior.
What is Action?
Vomiting, blacking out , passing out, cold clammy skin, death, slurrung , lack of muscle coordination.
Name signs of alcohol overdose?
Big Book of Alcohol Anonymous
What is the text which explains AA philosophy and methods?
H. A. L.T.
Hungry, angry , lonely , tired
The role in the family who is controlling and often a perfectionist.
Who is the Hero of the family?
Sustained change. New behavior replaces old.
What is Maintenance?
Amount of sleep , weather you have eaten, tolerance, body weight and composition.
Made direct ammends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
What is step nine?
Emotional, Mental and physical
What are the three stages of relapse?
The person who uses humor to try and resolve tension during family arguemnts and drama.
Who is the Mascot of the family?
Aware a probelm exist but has no desire to take action.
What is Contemplation?
Uppers /stimulants trigger a big dose of the "feel good"chemical( dopamine), the body can stop producing them. After the drugis out of the system it takes a while for the body to start making and releasing on its own again.
Why do people often feel depressed after using stimulants?
The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking.
What is AA's Third tradition?
YOURS
Whose responsiblity is your recovery.
Characteristics include isolation and an excape to fantasy and video games.
Who is the lost child?
No intention on changing behavior. Most likely doesnt believe they have a problem. (Hint: Sandra Bullock in 28 days)
What is Pre-Contemplation?
Alters a persons awareness of their surroundings as well as their own thoughts and feelings
What are Hallucinogens?