Support Groups
A person celebrating one year of sobriety at a meeting might receive one of these
A medallion/Chip, Key Chain.
This person provides guidance and support to newer AA members
What is a Sponsor.
This written plan outlines coping skills and actions to take when cravings occur
What is a relapse prevention plan.
A sudden desire to use substances again is commonly called this
What is a craving
Writing down thoughts and feelings in a notebook is known as this coping skill
What is journaling
This support group uses a sponsor system to help members stay accountable in recovery.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
This AA slogan reminds members to focus on recovery in the moment.
What is "One Day at a Time"
Identifying people, places, and things that threaten sobriety is part of recognizing these.
What are triggers
Reviewing what worked and what didn't work in recovery helps improve this
What is a recovery plan
Calling a sponsor, counselor, or trusted friend is an example of using this resource
What is social support.
These meetings allow individuals to connect with others who share similar recovery experiences and challenges.
What are support group meetings
AA's recovery program is based on these numbered guiding principles
What are the 12 Steps
What Acronym reminds you to check your emotional state?
What is HALT or Hunger, Anger, Loneliness and Tiredness.
Reaching out to supports immediately after a lapse can help prevent this
What is a full return to active addiction or Relapse.
This coping skill involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment
What is mindfulness.
Name 3 Sober Support Groups.
What is : AA, NA, HA, Smart Recovery, SOS.
Coming from "AA" What are the 3 essentials of of recovery?
What is Willingness, Honesty and Open-mindedness.
This stage of relapse occurs before a person physically uses a substance.
What is emotional relapse
This recovery principle encourages individuals to take responsibility for their actions without excessive self-blame.
What is accountability.
Physical activity can help reduce stress and improve this
What is mood
(Attitude)
Support groups can help reduce this common relapse trigger by increasing social connection.
What is isolation
This fictational step in 'AA' is forbidden in Recovery and AA'
What is the "13th Step" or no Rehab Romance.
Creating healthy daily routines helps strengthen this aspect of recovery
What is stability.
Rebuilding trust after a relapse often requires this quality over time
What is consistency.
This coping skill helps individuals identify, understand, and express their emotions appropriately.
What is emotional regulation.