Relapse Patterns & Risk Mgmt
What is a relapse?
Return of symptoms following period of improvement.
Knowing these things can help to reverse a relapse before it goes too far.
Warning signs
Relapse happens in recovery, but it doesn't have to. How do we avoid it?
Have a plan in place ahead of time.
What is a coping skill?
Any technique or method to deal with or limit difficult situations.
What is sober support?
Where do fruit go on vacation?
Pear-is (Paris)
There are 3 things required to recognize a relapse pattern: Name one.
Honesty, humility, reflection.
What does relapse drift refer to?
A return to old behaviors that can lead to relapse.
Name two benefits to planning.
Identifies priorities, increased control, safety net, accountability, balance, opportunity for practice, etc.
Stressful, scary, challenging, uncomfortable emotions, grief, pain, etc.
How do you know if your support needs strengthening?
Any appropriate response related to relapse risks.
What did 0 say to 8?
Nice belt
Name two things to look for when learning from a past relapse.
Behaviors, triggers, feelings, consequences, changes, locations, etc.
Name 5 signs of relapse.
Any appropriate answers.
True or False: It only matters if you know your relapse warning signs?
False. Our supports should know as well.
Coping skills can be unhealthy. What are three examples?
Use, overindulgence, under / overeating, violence, self-harm, avoidance, etc.
How can sober support be used?
Any relevant answer.
Where do you learn to make a banana split?
Sundae School.
To manage risk of relapse we can avoid, lower, and __________ certain things. (Fill in the blank).
Increase (things like self care or any other appropriate response)
What are the three phases of relapse?
Name three things that could be included in a relapse prevention plan.
Any appropriate answer.
What are five examples of health coping skills.
Any appropriate answer.
Name 6 types of sober support.
Any relevant answer.
Why can't you trust trees?
They are all shady.
Name three skills that you can increase to manage risk of relapse.
Accountability, service work, talking with others, having a routine, finding / maintaining balance, grattitude, etc.
What is the name of the person who broke down relapse into 11 separate phases?
Terrence Gorski.
What is the first thing that should be done in case of relapse?
Use your plan! Stop! Recognize what is happening and reach out to someone.
How can you tell if a coping skill is unhealth?
Does not improve the situation, often makes it worse, causes harm to ourselves or others, creates new problems / issues, numbs emotions.
Name 5 things that make a solid support.
Multiple supports, open-minded, awareness or risk, humility, accountability, communication, skills, etc.
What do you call someone who doesn't have a body and no nose?
Nobody Knows.