Coping Skills
Talking to someone who supports recovery
Who is a sponsor?
Book used in 12-step programs
What is the Big Book?
Feeling that often leads to relapse
What is stress?
Stage where planning begins
What is Preparation?
Early warning sign of relapse
What is isolation?
Practice of being present and calm
What is mindfulness?
: Person who guides you through steps
Who is a sponsor?
People who encourage using
Who are using friends?
Stage where person is thinking about change
What is Contemplation?
Skill to avoid high-risk situations
What is refusal skills?
Physical activity that helps reduce stress
What is exercise?
Daily reflection and gratitude list
What is a journal?
Being alone with nothing to do
What is boredom?
Stage where new behaviors are practiced
What is Action?
•Strategy to distract from cravings
What is urge surfing?
Going to a 12-step meeting
What is attending support groups?
Professional support meetings
What is group therapy?
Biggest emotional trigger after loss
What is grief?
Stage where person denies a problem
What is Precontemplation?
Plan for when you slip
What is a relapse prevention plan?
Writing down thoughts and feelings
What is journaling?
Phrase for avoiding triggers & cravings
What is 'play the tape through'?
•Celebrations with alcohol present
What are parties
Stage where long-term habits are maintained
What is Maintenance?
Key factor that supports recovery
What is a support network?