Character Defects
What is it called when a person refuses to accept responsibility and places the blame on others?
Blaming others
What is the stage where a person does not believe they have a problem or need to change?
Precontemplation
What the Name of you counselors for today?
Zee and RJ
This actor starred as Forrest Gump and is known for movies such as Cast Away and Toy Story. Who is he?
Tom Hanks
What does “co-occurring disorder” generally mean?
Having a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder at the same time.
What character defect involves putting your own wants or needs before the needs of others?
Selfishness
What stage occurs when a person begins thinking about making a change but is still unsure?
Contemplation
What time do group start?
9:30am
This basketball superstar is known as “King James” and has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers. Who is he?
LeBron James
Name one mental health condition that can occur alongside a substance use disorder.
Examples include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or PTSD.
What character defect can cause a person to hold onto anger about something that happened in the past?
Resentment
What stage involves making plans and preparing to change?
Preparation
what letter come after L in the ABCs
M
This singer is known for songs such as “Thriller” and “Billie Jean.” Who is he?
Michael Jackson
Why is it important to address both mental health and substance use concerns?
Because each can affect the other, and treating both can support better recovery outcomes.
What character defect involves believing you are better or more important than others?
Pride
What stage involves actively making changes in behavior?
Action
WHat is people places and things consider
Common Triggers
his actress played Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games. Who is she?
Jennifer Lawrence
What is one healthy coping skill a person can use when experiencing stress or difficult emotions?
Examples include talking to a support person, exercising, journaling, deep breathing, or attending a recovery meeting.
Why is recognizing character defects important in recovery?
It helps a person identify unhealthy behaviors and work toward making positive changes.
What stage involves continuing healthy changes and working to prevent returning to old behaviors?
Maintenance
Finish this Lyric "Making my way down town"
"walking fast faces pass is a homebound"
This actor played Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Who is he?
Robert Downey Jr.
What should a person do if mental health symptoms or substance-use concerns begin getting worse?
Communicate with treatment providers or other trusted supports and seek appropriate professional help.