Roadmap For Recovery
The stage of recovery that occurs within the first several days after an individual stops using their drug of choice. During this stage, some people experience difficult symptoms including shakiness, low energy, seizures, etc.
What is the withdrawal stage?
The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.
What is gratitude?
T or F: Usually utilizing one coping skills is enough to prevent a relapse.
False
List three traits of an assertive communicator.
1. Clearly states needs and wants
2. Maintains appropriate eye contact
3. Listens to others without interruption
4. Appropriate speaking volume
5. Steady tone of voice
6. Confident body language
Changes that indicate that a relapse may be imminent.
What are relapse warning signs?
What is the honeymoon stage?
What is one way to show gratitude to others?
Act of service, writing a letter, etc.
What type of coping skill should be used first?
Thought-stopping technique
How should you start a sentence when using assertive communication?
"I feel..."
How do you become aware of your relapse warning signs?
Taking inventory, family, friends, sponsor, recovery community, counselor
The stage of recovery in which there is increased risk for relapse. Individuals can experience depression, irritability, difficulty concentrating, low energy, and a general lack of enthusiasm.
How often should you practice gratitude?
Daily
What type of coping skill can be compared to the "main course" of a meal?
A recovery-related coping skill.
List three traits of an aggressive communicator.
1. Easily frustrated
2. Speaks in a loud or overbearing way
3. Unwilling to compromise
4. Use of criticism, humiliation, and domination
5. Frequently interrupts or does not listen
6. Disrespectful toward others
Three types of relapse warning signs
1. Emotional
2. Mental
3. Physical
The stage of recovery in which the brain has substantially recovered.
What is the readjustment stage?
True
What type of coping skill should be used after a craving has subsided?
Self-care coping skill.
List three traits of a passive communicator
1. Soft spoken/quiet
2. Allows others to take advantage
3. Prioritizes needs of others
4. Lacks confidence
5. Poor eye contact
6. Does not express one's own needs or wants
What do you do when you become aware of a relapse warning sign?
Address it.
The stage in which an individual begins to experience normal emotions.
False
T or F: Coping skills are most effective when practiced before they are needed.
True.
Who is prioritized in each style of communication (assertive, aggressive, and passive)
Assertive - both parties
Aggressive - Yourself
Passive - Others
What happens when you do not address relapse warning signs.
Could be relapse.