NA Knowledge
What state was NA first adopted/founded?
The NA fellowship as it is known today was founded in Sun Valley in the Los Angeles area of California
What state was AA founded?
Akron, OH
What does PAWS stand for? AND what are some signs and symptoms?
Post acute withdrawal symptoms.
-Sleep Disturbances
-Clouded thinking
-Emotional dysregulation
This actor sought recovery at age 29 after being sick and tired of alcohol. He ironically stared in the movie: "the hangover."
Bradley Cooper
This substance/drug is the most common amphetamine used amongst children, adults and the elderly. It's been said that this is the best part of waking up...
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
or
Caffeine/coffee
What year was NA founded?
1953
What year was AA founded?
1935
What does the acronym H.O.W stand for?
Honesty, Open-mindedness, and Willingness
Following a stay at a treatment center in 2018, this actor said on social media, “If you have a problem, getting help is a sign of courage, not weakness or failure. Some might say he was HUNTING for his GOOD WILL back.
This substance/drug has been deemed one the most addictive substances because it acts as an anti-anxiety & stimulant.
Nicotine
What is NA's position on Alcohol?
It's a drug! All mind-altering substances are viewed as a drug. p. 18
Who were the two gentleman that are acknowledged as the founders of AA?
Bill Wilson, Dr. Bob Smith
Step 1: we admitted that we are powerless over our DOC and that our lives have become unmanageable.
This singer and song writer pursue recovery as a result of his wife Nicole Kidman encouraging him to get help. Some may say, this recovery DAYS have GONE BY.
Keith Urban
This drug causes one of every five deaths in the United States each year. It's estimated to cause kill 480,000 people annually. Its also the #1 most preventable death.
Cigarettes'
What are the three ABSOLUTE outcomes of addiction IF left untreated?
Jails, institutions and death.
Dr. Silkworth; phenomenon of craving.
This step SHOULD be done every day upon awakening.
11th: We sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understand him, praying only for his will and the power to carry it out.
This actor has opening admitted his alcoholism. Some may say that he became a PRISONER OF AZKABAN, but he's not prisoner to alcohol anymore!
Daniel Radcliff (Harry Potter)
This pharmaceutical company is said to have contributed heavily to the opioid epidemic.
Purdue Pharma (who settled for 8 billion dollars on criminal fraud charges.)
What is the newest edition of the NA book? (without looking)
6th
What group is cited as the predecessor of AA?
The oxford group
This person was Bill W's BFF and encouraged Bill to have a God of his own understanding.
Ebby Thatcher
This actor may have many FRIENDS, but he also has friends in the room of NA and AA.
Matthew Perry
This substance is found in Peyote and is used in religious ceremonies in the Western part of the US.
Mescaline