True or False
True or False:
Relapse is process. It doesn't "just happen"
True!
Relapse is a process, and there are typically warning signs prior to the physical act of relapse.
The short version of this skill is referred to as the "3D's"
Delay, Distract, Decide
This drug causes the most amounts of deaths in Canada
A) Cocaine
B) Fentanyl
C)Alcohol
D) Tobacco
D) Tobacco
A person, place, thing or event that can result in psychological and then physical relapse
Triggers (external)
True or False:
some Withdrawals Symptoms can continue to happen 6 months to 2 years after you have stopped using
200 bonus points if you can name what this is called
True!
Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) can last up to 2 years after you stop using. This can affect things like memory, coordination, emotional regulation and more.
This skill involves removing addictive cues (people, places, and things) from your life
Burning Bridges
At what age does your brain finish developing?
A)16
B)18
C)21
D)25
D)25
A very strong feeling or desire for something that typically passes.
Craving
100 bonus points if you can tell me how long it takes for a craving to pass
True or False:
In the DBT 3 states of mind (Clean, Clear, & Addiction mind), Clean mind is considered the safest place to be.
False
Clear mind (wise mind) is considered the safest place to be.
Clear mind is the synthesis of the other 2 minds. Clear mind recognizes the need for maintaining sobriety while simultaneously recognizing the ongoing addictive tendencies, urges, and triggers that could potentially result in relapse.
This skill involves thinking ahead to potentially triggering situations and creating a plan to help deal with high-risk situations
Plan/cope ahead
***Name a benefit of being in recovery***
Remembering the benefits of recovery continue to be important throughout your recovery.
These are something you set in relationships. These are limits of appropriate behavior between individuals.
Boundaries
True or False:
H.A.L.T is a skill that involves avoiding strong emotions that can lead to triggers and cravings.
200 Bonus points if you can name what H.A.L.T stands for.
True
H.A.L.T (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) involves listening to your body and emotional cues, and actively trying to solve, or avoid strong emotions that could lead to wanting to use.
This is when you are committed to your recovery, while acknowledging that there may be slips, or relapse and being prepared in the event this were to happen.
A) Burning Bridges
B) P.A.W.S
C) Dialectical Abstinence
D) Cravings
C) Dialectical Abstinence
What happens when the body becomes used to a drug and needs larger and larger amounts to produce the same effects?
Tolerance
What is the Neurotransmitter (chemical) in your brain responsible for pleasure. Hint: substance use releases the same chemical
Dopamine