Recovery Acronyms
K.I.S.S
Keep It Simple Stupid
a queasy or uneasy sensation in the stomach that makes you feel as if you are about to vomit.
Nausea
N.A.
narcotics Anonymous
The most commonly used substance
Alcohol
This strategy involves pinpointing the cues or situations that might lead to substance use.
Triggers
P.A.W.S
Post Acute Withdrawal symptoms
An extreme or sudden change in mood.
Mood Swing
A.A.
alcoholics anonymous
The way addiction is categorized by the medical community
A Disease
Developing a plan for what to do when cravings arise is know as creating a ______.
Relapse prevention plan or coping strategy
H.A.L.T
Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, Tiredness
Is a neurological condition that causes shaking or trembling movements in one or more parts of the body
Tremors
Outpatient
the most common mental health issues that co-occur with addiction
Depression & Anxiety
Engaging in this healthy coping skill can distract from cravings and improve overall health
attending 12 step programs
A.C.T
Acceptance, Courage, Truth
Excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations.
Anxiety
I.O.P
intensive outpatient
How many lives are lost to overdose in a Year?
Over 96,700 people die from drug overdoses in a year.
Keeping a ____ can help individuals pinpoint emotions or feelings, it can also be used as a reflection tool.
Journal
F.E.A.R
False evidence appearing real.
A mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest.
Depression
PHP
Partial hospitalization Program
What is the percentage of relapse after receiving treatment?
This is a common technique used to address negative thought patterns in recovery
CBT Cognnitive behavioral therapy