coping skills
this coping skill involves writing out thoughts and feelings, promoting self-reflection
what is journaling?
is this factor primarily bio/psycho/social: media/advertising
social!
name 2 things your counselor does
signs you up for groups/weekly check-ins/recurring support when needed, signs you up for case management and therapy
what does PAWS stand for?
Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome
name one thing you can do when feeling a craving to use
good job!
name a MALADAPTIVE coping skill
return to use, fighting, self-harm, etc.
is this factor primarily bio/psycho/social: genetic variability
bio
true or false: all your outpatient services thru healthright are covered by medi-cal
true!
true or false: PAWS occurs in the first 2 weeks after stopping the use of a substance
FALSE: PAWS peaks around 3-6 months after cessation
name one person you can go to when having a hard time
good job :)
this coping skills releases endorphins, and can be good for overall physical health too
what is exercise
is this factor primarily bio/psycho/social: motivation
psychological
what is our outpatient address?
1563 mission street
true or false: it is possible to speed up the recovery/PAWS process if you just push yourself hard enough
false - be kind and patient with yourself! your brain and body are working hard on their own to recover, and pushing yourself too hard will likely result in high stress and return to use while patience will help you through your recovery!
what is one thing that brings you joy?
good job :)
name 3 places you can go to for support
counseling, groups (AA, NA, other support groups in the city, outpatient), friends, sponsor, etc
true or false: all biopsychosocial factors ONLY fall into one category
false! many of them overlap
true or false: if you have a return to use, you are automatically asked to leave the program
false! please tell your counselor though so we can support you and ensure you are safe
craving
trigger
use/behavior
trigger, craving, use/behavior
what is one thing you will do this week to support your recovery?
name a coping skill for being Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired
eat, exercise/release, community, sleep
true or false: once you understand/explore how your life relates to one area of the biopsychosocial model, the others are irrelevant
false! all are important and intersect
true or false: you will be terminated from the program if you bring substances or paraphernalia onsite, or engage in harassment, threats, or violence
true - plz don't do that
true or false: trauma can have an impact on substance use and return to use
true! and learning about trauma and how to cope with its effects will help you in your recovery :)
name one thing you would like to see change about IOP, or one thing you really like about IOP now
thank you for your feedback :)