Group Topics
What are triggers?
What are stimuli that evoke specific reactions or memories, often tied to past experiences.
This neurotransmitter is closely linked to the mind's reward system and is commonly associated with pleasure and reinforcement
What is Dopamine
This talk show host admitted on her own show in 1995 that she had been addiction to crack cocaine.
Who is Oprah
Fentanyl falls into this drug category
What is a synthetic opioid.
What is red and smells like blue paint?
Red paint.
What is the definition of Insanity and how does it relate to the addiction?
Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different outcome.
The abuse of substances to recreate a high, feel normal or solve problems even though its unlikely to lead to desired outcome.
This mental health disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings, including periods of mania and depression.
What is Bipolar Disorder
This actor "avenged" his public image by getting sober and now has an "iron" clad position in one of the most successful movies.
Who is Robert Downey Jr.
In recovery, this is an act of restorative justice.
What is making amends
What did the farmer say after he lost his tractor?
What is “Where’s my tractor?”
What are some obstacles for recovery?
Answers may vary.
This is the term for a sudden, intense, and overwhelming episode of fear or discomfort, often accompanied by physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, and sweating.
What is Panic Attack
This author wrote sci-fi and suspense novels and battle alcohol abuse but has been sober for decades.
Who is Stephen King.
When a person has both a mental health diagnosis and substance use disorder
What is a Co-occurring disorders or Dual diagnosis
How far can you walk into the woods?
What is Halfway. After that, you’re walking out.
What are Labels, Judgements, and Discriminations.
Whatever the substance is, once addiction to that substance occurs for long enough this important organ drastically changes the way it functions
Which artist has albums named "relapse" and "recovery"?
Who is Eminem?
What is the difference between sobriety and recovery?
Sobriety; Abstinence from substances
Recovery; Actively working to develop new relationships, coping skills, habits, and ways of thinking that support a healthier and purposeful life
What is so fragile that saying its name breaks it?
What is Silence.
What is the the concept that keeps you moving forward towards your goals?
What is internal motivators.
These hormones often referred to as the "feel-good" hormones, are released during activities that promote well-being, like exercise, laughter, creative expression, and socialization
What are Endorphins
This Famous diva uttered the now famous phrase "Crack is Wack".
Who is Whitney Houston?
How much fentanyl is considered a lethal dose for an average person
What is 2 milligrams
How many letters are in the alphabet?
What is Eleven, “t-h-e-a-l-p-h-a-b-e-t.”