Addiction
The HALT acronym stands for these four things
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired
Step 1 involves this.
admitting we are powerless over our addiction
Spending time in nature helps regulate this system.
nervous system
Telling someone how you feel without blaming them.
(Communication style)
Assertive communication
Addiction is classified as this type of disease.
chronic brain disease
Cravings usually pass within this time frame
15 to 30 minutes
Step 3 requires turning ______ over to a Higher Power.
our will and our lives
This tool tracks emotional triggers daily
A mood Journal or diary
This type of communication style avoids conflict but builds resentment.
passive communication
The chemical in the brain often associated with pleasure and addiction
dopamine
Going to meetings or talking to others in recovery is this kind of support.
Peer support / Community Support
“Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over…” is which step?
Step 3
Positive affirmations are a form of this.
cognitive restructuring
This phrase is a healthy way to start expressing your needs.
'I feel… when… because…'
This is the term for needing more of a substance to feel the same effect.
tolerance
his happens to brain chemistry during cravings
a dopamine surge or imbalance
What step do you take when you admit wrongs immediately
Step 10
A healthy way to let go of anger
Physical Activities
A response like “That’s not okay with me” is an example of this
Direct communication or assertive communication
These two main components define addiction: loss of control and____________________________.
continued use despite negative consequences
A trigger disguised as a good thing.
euphoric recall
Step 10 is practiced how often?
Daily
A healthy boundary is an example of this type of coping
proactive or assertive coping
This type of communication attacks, blames, or controls others.
Aggressive communication
Addiction can be influenced by these three main categories of risk
biological, psychological, and environmental factors