Terminology
This term refers to the state of being free from addiction and leading a sober life.
What is recovery
A common treatment for opioid addiction that involves both medication and counseling.
What is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
The percentage of people seeking treatment that have a co-occurring mental health disorder.
What is approximately 50%
A well-known 12-step program aimed at helping people recover from alcoholism.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
The stage where a person recognizes they have a problem and begins to seek help.
What is contemplation
The process by which someone compulsively uses substances despite harmful consequences.
What is addiction
This approach emphasizes understanding and changing thought processes to overcome addiction.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
This is the average time it takes for an individual to fully recover from addiction.
What is 3 to 5 years
These groups are specifically designed for the family and friends of those struggling with addiction.
What is Al-Anon?
In this stage, individuals take actionable steps to change their behavior.
What is preparation
A professional who provides therapy and support to individuals facing addiction.
What is a substance abuse counselor
The type of therapy that focuses on improving one’s social and interpersonal skills.
What is group therapy
The most commonly misused substance in the U.S. (as of 2021).
What is alcohol?
A type of therapy that involves peers sharing their experiences of recovery.
What is peer support
The final stage characterized by maintaining sobriety and integrating new habits.
What is is maintenance