Stages of Relapse
Name the 3 stages of relapse
Emotional, Mental, Physical
What does STOP stand for?
Stop, Take a step back, Observe, Proceed mindfully
Signs of emotional relapse are also symptoms of PAWS
True
What is a coping skill?
A strategy used to manage stress, emotions, or challenges
True or False. A relapse prevention plan should not be revised and re-evaluated
False. We should continually look at and revise our relapse prevention plan to ensure it fits current feelings, situations etc.
The act of using alcohol or another drug
Physical relapse
What is the purpose of ACCEPTS skills from DBT?
Healthy distraction strategies
Emotions provide valuable information, but they are not always facts
True
This coping skill involves focusing attention on the present moment without judgement
Mindfulness
What is the benefit of having a daily routine?
Structure, stability, reduced stress etc.
Fantasizing about using, lying, or looking for opportunities to use
Mental relapse
When emotion mind and reasonable mind work together, what do we get?
Wise Mind
Boundaries keep people away
False. Healthy boundaries keep both you and the other person safe
Name 3 healthy coping skills
exercise, journaling, grounding, attending meetings, mindfulness etc.
You leave treatment tomorrow and experience intense cravings, a conflict with someone you care about, and feelings of loneliness. What recovery plan and skills could you use to stay substance-free?
Attend a meeting, call a counsellor, sponsor or peer, avoid triggers, practice coping skills (i.e. TIPP, distraction, grounding)
Beginning to isolate, becoming complacent, avoiding problems and emotions are an example of what kind of relapse
Emotional relapse
What is radical acceptance?
Accepting reality for what it is, even if we don't like it
Relapse prevention involves saying no just before you are about to use
What does it mean to say "no" without over explaining
Setting an assertive boundary
Name 5 warning signs that someone might be headed toward relapse?
skipping meetings, neglecting self-care, isolating, irritable, complacency
There is a war going on inside your head, part of you wants to use, but part of you doesn't
Mental relapse
What does TIPP stand for?
T- temperature, I - intense exercise, P- paced breathing, P- progressive muscle relaxation
False. Relapse is a process not an event
What is one of the strongest protective factors against relapse?
Connection (community and recovery support)
Identifying and naming the emotion, deep breathing, talk to someone, journal, opposite action, checking the facts, engaging in physical activity