SMART Goals
What does the S in SMART
Specific
Is ensuring that you have social supports good coping?
Yes
What are the two key ways to avoid relapse?
Mind body relaxation
Cognitive Therapies
Please provide an example of Mind Reading
Interpreting the thoughts and ideas of others without appropriate information to back it.
Are there non-religious 12 step programs?
Yes
What do the A and T stand for in SMART goals?
Achievable
Timely
What is the difference between a habit and a diversion when it comes to staying in our sobriety?
Habits lead to long-term or permanent life changes. It is not about enduring, it is about making actionable change.
What is the difference between a lapse and a relapse?
A lapse is a brief usage that does not see the individual using to the same degree that they once did.
Please provide an example of Magical Thinking
The belief that acts will influence unrelated situations.
Who is the founder of AA?
Dr. Bob
What does the R in SMART goals stand for?
Relevant
Provide an example of a known breathing technique we have discussed in the room - this is a coping skill.
Box breathing
5-7-8
More
What percentage of individuals lapse/relapse at some point during their recovery journey?
40% - 60%
Please define catastrophizing.
Only seeing the worst possible outcomes in a situation.
What are one of three main benefits of consistent support group attendance?
Not feeling as:
Lonely
Isolated
Judged
Is this a SMART goal?
"I want to walk more on Mondays."
No. It is not measurable enough and requires more time sensitivity.
What does journaling about thoughts, feelings, or experiences do for us?
Allows us to process.
Allows us to make meaning.
What does HALT stand for in regards to relapse?
Hungry
Angry
Lonely
Tired
What is the difference between magnification and overgeneralization?
Exaggerating the importance of events.
Making broad assumptions based on single or few events.
What is the difference between support groups and group therapy?
Support groups help cope
Group therapy helps change
Give an example of a SMART goal (it must meet all five criteria)
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time
What are the four major components of a healthy lifestyle?
Sleep
Exercise
Medical Compliance
Regular Diet
What are the four things you can do in a situation where you are feelings cravings/at risk of relapse?
Avoid
Endure
Escape
Distract
What is the three step process for our patterns of thought?
Events/interactions
Internal thoughts/cognitions
Feelings/emotions
What are the five substance-related national 12-step groups?
AA alcohol
MA. cannabis
CA cocaine
NA narcotics
CMA meth