Part 1
Why do most people with substance use disorders suffer embarrassment, shame, and hurt in secrecy?
Because it is painful for most people to feel they have lost control
What is AAs publication Alcoholics Anonymous known as?
The Big Book
Which programs are the most common self-help recovery in the world?
12 Step programs
Why did the egg hide?
It was a little chicken.
What is one of the most common reasons for a failed attempt at sobriety?
People try to keep their addiction a secret and try to do it alone
Women for Sobriety (WFS) doesn’t mention a higher power but they do stress what?
Spiritual growth and the importance of love and positive thinking.
Although these alternatives have different philosophies philosophies, they are generally offer a self-help approach that focuses on what?
Personal responsibility, personal empowerment, and strength through a sober social network
Why couldn't the sunflower ride it's bike?
It lost it's petals.
Self help groups can greatly help people who are recovering from addiction. In the self-help group what do people do for each other?
Empower each other to take control of their lives by sharing their experiences and supporting others who share the same problems
What was the SOS Fellowship Known for?
Focus on Sobriety
What does SOS stand for?
Why was 6 afraid of 7?
Because 7 ate 9
The addiction process is similar for alcohol and cocaine although they have very different effects, what is the same?
The way the addiction develops
What is the difference between a twelve step group and self help groups?
Self-help is a situation in which one person with a problem(such as addiction) helps another who has the same problem. Twelve Step programs are a type of self-help, but there are other self-help groups that are not based on the Twelve Steps.
How does SMART recovery differ from 12 step groups?
It doesn't ask people to label themselves as an addict or alcoholic, and doesn't use sponsors
Why do you smear peanut butter on the road?
To go with the Traffic Jam.
The process of recovery from different drugs is nearly identical. Some small differences may exist, but what is the same?
The principles of becoming and remaining drug free are the same
What was the Smart Recovery fellowship known for?
Self-Reliance
What are the more widely known alternative self-help groups?
Secular Organizations for sobriety, SMART recovery, and Women for Sobriety.
What kind of water does not freeze?
Hot Water