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This is considered a "standard drink" when we are talking about beer OR liquor
What is... 12 fluid ounces of regular (~5% alcohol) beer OR 1.5 fluid ounces of 80-proof (~ 40% alcohol) spirits?
This is the practice of staying fully present in the moment while being actively aware of what we are doing. During this practice, we try not to be overly reactive to the things going on around us, instead we notice them and move on.
What is... Mindfulness?
This is a plan that helps you think ahead about tools, people you can contact, and other resources to use when you are experiencing a crisis (like suicidality, domestic violence, severe cravings). It is a plan to keep you safe, and it helps to reference this plan when you feel okay so you can use it when you don't.
What is a... Safety Plan?
9+ hours of services is considered this level of care/treatment.
What is... Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP)?
This Michigander is said to have to be one of the "most well-known musicians in recovery" and is credited with popularizing hip-hop in the Midwest.
Who is... Eminem (aka Marshall Mathers)
True/False: A lapse and a relapse are the same thing.
False- A relapse is a "full blown" return to use, typically back to using how you did before you got sober and abandoning your sobriety goals. A lapse may be using once before returning to abstinence without losing sight of your recovery goals.
This is the practice of noticing our surroundings and how we feel, without judgement, as we walk.
What is... Mindful Walking?
These are thoughts or phrases that help you to move from an undesirable mood/thought to one that is healthier. This statement is typically about yourself. Research finds that if you do not believe this thing you are saying to yourself, you might actually end up feeling worse. They help you deal with thoughts, feelings, or behaviors that are unhelpful or make you feel worse.
What are... Affirmations?
This is a group designed to help individuals in recovery heal from PTSD and substance use. It follows a weekly curriculum where individuals are asked to complete a "commitment" that helps them apply what they learn.
What is... Seeking Safety?
This young, female celebrity got her start on Barney & Friends before going on to start in several Disney Channel movies and shows. She now writes and record music.
Who is... Demi Lovato?
True/False: Blacking out is the same as overdosing from alcohol.
False- Blacking out is not as severe as alcohol poisoning or overdosing from alcohol. BUT you can blackout before ODing from alcohol.
This is the practice of drawing attention to our breath in the current moment, paying attention to how our breath feels in our body and allowing it to fall into its own natural rhythm.
What is... Mindful Breathing?
This is a disorder that may develop in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, series of events or set of circumstances. This disorder can be classified as "complex" if one experiences chronic trauma.
What is... Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
This document serves as a guide for your treatment. It outlines goals you want to accomplish while you are with FSCA, including when you want to accomplish that goal and what we are going to do to accomplish that goal.
What is a... Treatment Plan?
This famous horror writer, actor, and director has written over 65 novels and over 200 short stories, some of which he reports he doesn't even remember writing due to his substance use.
Who is... Stephen King?
This is the name of a drug that helps people who are dependent on opioid with withdrawal symptoms
What is... Suboxone or Methadone?
The purpose of this activity is to tune in to your body and reconnect to your physical self while noticing any sensations you're feeling without judgement. You might start at your head and work your way down to your feet, noticing tension, body sensations, or other things, like soreness.
What is a... Body Scan?
This refers to strategies that someone may use to deal with stressors or unpleasant emotions. Most treatment plans have goals to "develop ##" of these while in treatment. It is best to practice these when you are feeling good, so you can use them when you are feeling bad.
What are... Coping Skills/Strategies?
This object offers you a special treat for each group you attend and is provided by FSCA. This treat is not required, but a token of our appreciation for you for showing up. You can get ONE thing off of this PER GROUP.
What is... the Snack Cart?
This knighted actor reportedly has around 50 years of sobriety. Known for his role as Hannible Lector, I guess you could say this person Silenced some of his demons.
Who is... Sir Anthony Hopkins?
This is the name of the drug that was designed to help people who are dependent on opioids.
What is... Suboxone?
During this activity, you choose an activity to engage in mindfully, noticing all the things that are going on while you engage in this activity. It is also called "meditation in motion."
What is... Active Meditation?
This refers to a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community.
What is... Mental Health?
Didactic groups are also called this kind of group. That is because we are teaching you new things, like coping skills, healthy relationship patterns, and more.
What is a... Learning Group?
This Academy Award-winning actor, producer, investor, and philanthropist is well known for his role as a man made of metal in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Who is... Robert Downey Jr.?