Cognitive Distortions
Ex: "I should be better at losing weight."
Should statements
In group, we talked about these tails of intoxicated exploits are shared to entertain and show off rather than to teach and learn.
Glorifying Use/Drunkalogues
This brain chemical (neurotransmitter) plays a role in motivation and pleasure seeking. It is used to measure the addictive potential of a drug or behavior.
Dopamine
This is a document where you will write down the specific skills, tools, support people, and steps you need to take to remain sober and prevent relapse.
Relapse Prevention Plan
The ability to observe what our brain is doing while it's doing it, without judgement.
Mindfulness
Ex: "I know what they're thinking, they have a smirk on their face."
Mind-Reading/Assuming
What are the three categories of self-binding?
Chronological
Categorical
Physical
Methamphetamine
Any attempt to minimize the negative effects of substance use.
Harm Reduction
Because cravings typically last between 7-20 minutes before they let up, this simple coping skill is recommended in addiction treatment.
Waiting
Ex: "This spot on my skin is probably skin cancer; I'll be dead soon."
Catastrophizing
What are the three minds of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)?
Logical/Reasonable Mind, Emotional Mind, Wise Mind
Pain and pleasure are co-located in the brain, and they work like a ____________.
Fulcrum/Balance
This truth-telling practice promotes awareness, fosters intimate human connections, and can even prevent relapse and addiction.
Radical Honesty
These are gatherings where the only requirement to attend is a desire to be in recovery.
AA/NA Meetings
Ex: "I am just not a healthy person."
Labeling
Correctly name one of the meditations that were read last Thursday.
Leaves on a Stream - Cognitive Defusion Exercise
Releasing Negative Emotions
Working Through Emotional Blockages with Awareness
Heart-Opening Meditation
Mindful Eating Exercise
Alcohol first breaks down into this chemical in the body.
Acetaldehyde
People who are overly concerned with another's addiction problem and feel driven to fix or control it.
Codependents
This healthy coping skill that works by increasing your natural levels of dopamine and promote natural endorphins that reduce pain through exertion.
Exercise
Ex: "Everyone on social media looks way more successful than me."
Unhealthy/Unfair Comparisons
Name 4 of the 8 C's of Internal Family Systems (IFS)
8 C's of IFS: Calm, Clarity, Curiosity, Compassion, Confidence, Courage, Creativity, Connectedness
This brain region is last to finish developing and regulates our thoughts, actions, and emotions. It is used for higher order thinking skills like problem solving and is negatively affected by substance use.
Prefrontal Cortex
Name one example of physical self-binding.
Removing alcohol from home
Locking the liquor cabinet
Giving car keys to trusted friend
Using prescription chemicals in a responsible, controlled, manor as directed by a physician to enhance the effectiveness of recovery efforts.
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)