Celebrities
Despite his drug and alcohol related music, this rapper whose name is inspired from a popular chocolate candy has been sober since 2008.
Who is Eminem?
Behaviors characterized by the repeated, compulsive seeking or use of a substance despite consequences, and a need for an increased amount of the substance, as time goes on, to achieve the same effect.
What is addiction?
People, places and things/cues that can cause urges and cravings.
What are triggers?
Feelings of worry, racing thoughts, and restlessness are signs of this.
What is Anxiety?
This is an opioid antagonist medication that is used to reverse an opiate overdose.
What is Narcan?
DAILY DOUBLE
This actor, famous for the line, "Hello Clarice" has been sober for over 45 years.
Who is Anthony Hopkins?
It takes more and more of a substance to get the same effect which often fuels the desire and need for using larger amounts.
What is Tolerance?
These letters help you remember some high-risk situations to avoid are to not let yourself get too hungry, angry, lonely or tired.
What is H.A.L.T.?
To maintain healthy relationships, we should identify and communicate these physical, psychological and emotional limits to protect ourselves from being used, manipulated, or violated by others.
What are Boundaries?
The oldest known intoxicating substance used specifically for recreational purposes (even dating back to biblical times).
What is Alcohol?
This artist was referred to as the King of Pop, and died due to complications from prescription drugs in 2009.
Who is Michael Jackson?
Failure to recognize the truth about a problem, particularly an addiction, is often referred to as this.
What is Denial?
To politely yet firmly stand up for yourself when facing a trigger or difficult situation is called this.
What is assertiveness?
___________ is the pleasure chemical in our brains that plays a major role in substance abuse and addiction.
What is Dopamine?
DAILY DOUBLE
This is the destructive and intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefor unworthy of love and belonging. A false belief that something we've experienced, done, or failed to do makes us unworthy of connection.
What is Shame?
This world-famous actor/comedian who lived in the CA Bay Area struggled with addiction and substance abuse. He committed suicide in 2014.
Who is Robin Williams?
Every bad choice we make can mean we have to face these later. Addiction can cause people to ignore these repeatedly.
What are Consequences?
This process allows you to sit still, clear your mind, and focus on breathing.
What is Meditation?
"It's hard to get out of bed and shower. I sleep all the time. I just don't feel like doing anything" are all examples of things you might hear from someone suffering from ______________.
What is Depression?
This medication blocks the effects of alcohol and opiates in the brain, helping to prevent cravings and relapse.
What is Naltrexone/Vivitrol?
A biopic of a famous country music legend and his rise to fame in TN, who meets the love of his life, June Carter, on tour before things take a turn when he becomes involved in drugs resulting in divorce from his first wife. June helps him recover from addictions and he proposes in front of a live audience.
What is "Walk the Line"? (Johnny Cash)
Sometimes addiction can be directly linked to deeply disturbing or distressing experiences that occurred earlier in life - all of which is referred to as this.
What is trauma/PTSD?
Information or an emergency kit to help an individual from using again. This kit could include 12 step information, important phone numbers, and healthy recreational activities to participate in.
What is a Relapse Prevention Plan?
When you detach, segregate and disconnect from others.
What is Isolation?
This type of therapy focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?