Science & Addiction
Approaches to Recovery
Relapse Prevention
Coping Strategies
Mental Health/Substance Use
100

The process by which the brain adapts to repeated substance exposure, leading to diminished effects, is known as this.

Tolerance.

100

This recovery approach focuses on individual strengths, resilience, and the capacity for personal growth.

Strengths-based approach.

100

This acronym is commonly used to identify high-risk situations that may lead to relapse.

HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired).

100

This coping skill involves acknowledging and accepting the present moment without judgment.

Mindfulness or meditation.

100

This term describes the simultaneous presence of both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder.

Co-occurring disorders or dual diagnosis.

200

This neurotransmitter is often associated with pleasure and reward and is implicated in addiction.

Dopamine

200

This strategy focuses on reducing the negative consequences of substance use without requiring complete abstinence.

Harm reduction.

200

This strategy involves creating a plan to avoid and manage situations that could trigger a return to substance use.

Relapse prevention plan.

200

Writing down thoughts and feelings is an example of this coping skill.

Expressive writing or journaling.

200

These mental health disorder are often associated with increased risk of substance abuse.

Depression. Anxiety. PTSD.

300

This term describes the brain's ability to adapt and change in response to experiences, including substance use.

Neuroplasticity.

300

This therapeutic approach views addiction as a learned behavior and emphasizes modifying maladaptive behaviors.

Behaviorism or behavior modification.

300

Identifying and challenging negative thought patterns is a key component of this type of therapy, often used in relapse prevention.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

300

This coping skill involves developing a mantra or positive phrase to repeat during challenging moments.

Positive self-talk or affirmations.

300

Substance-induced mental disorders may occur as a result of this.

Substance intoxication or withdrawal.

400

The brain region responsible for decision-making, impulse control, and judgment that is often affected by substance use.

Prefrontal Cortex

400

This approach to recovery emphasizes abstinence and views addiction as a chronic, relapsing condition.

Disease Model.

400

This technique involves playing out the potential consequences of using substances to discourage relapse.

Playing the tape through.

400

The "ABCDE" method is used to challenge and reframe negative thoughts in this type of coping skill.

Cognitive restructuring.

400

This term describes the use of substances to cope with symptoms of mental health disorders.

Self-medication.

500

This neurotransmitter plays a crucial role in mood regulation and is often imbalanced in individuals with co-occurring disorders.

Serotonin.

500

This mutual support group emphasizes a secular and science-based approach to recovery.

SMART Recovery.
500

 The three main stages of relapse are emotional, mental, and this stage.

Physical relapse.

500

A relaxation technique involving tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups to reduce physical tension.

Progressive muscle relaxation.

500

The use of medications to treat substance use disorders and prevent relapse is an example of this type of treatment.

Pharmacotherapy.