The 12 Steps
Step 1 includes admitting this over alcohol and that our lives have become this term.
What are powerlessness and unmanageable.
This is the condition of not having any effects from alcohol and other drugs.
What is sobriety.
These are external or internal stimuli that cause cravings to use a substance or engage in a behavior, often leading to a relapse.
What is a trigger.
This organization is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous.
A mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. The symptoms must last for at least two weeks to receive a diagnosis.
What is Major Depressive Disorder.
Step 4 ask us to do this fearlessly.
What is a moral inventory of ourselves.
This is a sustained return to heavy and frequent substance use that existed prior to treatment or the commitment to change.
What is a relapse.
The purpose of these are to help individuals manage stress, emotions, and challenging situations effectively.
What are coping skills.
This person can help navigate A.A. membership, answer questions, work on the Twelve Steps, and offer accountability throughout the entire sobriety process.
What is a sponsor.
The co-occurrence of a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder, requiring integrated treatment for effective recovery.
What is dual diagnosis.
Step 9 asks us to make direct amends with other unless this may happen.
What is injure them or others.
This refers to a single unplanned use of a substance, which does not necessarily lead to a return of habitual use.
What is a slip.
The S.M.A.R.T. acronym is a framework for setting goals. It stands for specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and this.
What is time-bound.
First published in 1939, its purpose was to show other alcoholics how the first 100 people of A.A. got sober. Now translated into over 70 languages, it is still considered A.A.’s basic text.
What is the Big Book.
The practice of fully acknowledging and embracing reality as it is, without judgment or resistance, particularly in situations beyond our control.
What is radical acceptance.
This Step asks us to ask God to remove our character defects.
What is Step 6.
In this stage of recovery, you have established new behaviors that support your continued recovery, and are working to carry on the progress that you have made.
What is the maintenance stage.
These are behaviors or thought patterns that undermine a person's success or well-being. It occurs when individuals engage in actions that hinder their own progress, often due to fears, self-doubt, or avoidance of uncomfortable emotions.
What is self-sabotage.
This short, yet powerful prayer is recited during many A.A. meetings. You can also find it in the Big Book.
What is the Serenity Prayer.
This neurotransmitter is responsible for feelings of pleasure, motivation, and reinforcement of behaviors.
What is dopamine.
The phrase “as we understood Him” appears in these two steps.
What is Step 3 and 11.
There is a mantra in recovery that emphasizes focusing on the present moment, helping individuals manage their sobriety without feeling overwhelmed by the past or future.
What is “One day at a time”.
A set of practical strategies aimed at minimizing the negative consequences associated with drug use, focusing on the health and dignity of individuals.
What is harm reduction.
A set of guidelines for relationships between support groups, members, other groups, the global fellowship, and society at large.
What is the 12 Traditions.
This book serves as the primary reference for mental health professionals in the U.S., covering all categories of mental health disorders for both adults and children, including descriptions, symptoms, and criteria for diagnosis.
What is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.