Triggers
What is a trigger?
Anything that causes cravings or urges to use.
Name one healthy coping skill
Exercise, talking, music, journaling
What is relapse?
Returning to substance use
Addiction is a disease of what organ?
Brain
What is recovery?
Process of improving health and stopping use
Name one emotional trigger
Stress, anger, sadness, boredom
Deep breathing helps with what?
Stress/anxiety
Name one warning sign of relapse
Isolation, cravings, negative thinking
True or False: Addiction is only about willpower
False
Name a support group
AA, NA, SMART Recovery
True or False: People can be triggers
True
Who can you call when struggling?
Sponsor, friend, family, counselor
HALT stands for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
What does tolerance mean?
Needing more to feel same effect
Why is support important?
Accountability, encouragement
What type of trigger is seeing drugs or alcohol?
Environmental trigger
What is grounding?
Focusing on the present moment
True or False: Relapse happens suddenly
False (it’s a process)
What is withdrawal?
Symptoms when stopping use
What is a sponsor?
Someone guiding you in recovery
What is one way to avoid triggers?
Avoid people/places, change routine, plan ahead
Name a coping skill you can use immediately in a craving
Delay, distract, drink water, leave situation
What is a relapse prevention plan?
Plan to avoid triggers and manage cravings
Name one long-term effect of substance use
Health issues, mental health problems, legal issues
Name one goal in recovery
Stay sober, improve relationships, stable life