Substance 101
A condition of body and mind that typically recurs for several hours every night, in which the eyes are closed, the postural muscles relaxed, the activity of the brain altered, and consciousness of the surroundings practically suspended
What is the definition of sleep
Professional specializing in treating mental & emotional disorders is known as...
Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Counselor, Therapist,
How can poor sleep increase the risk of relapse?
It can increase stress, irritability, cravings, and poor decision-making.
What is grounding?
A technique used to bring attention to the present moment and reduce anxiety or distress.
What is the term for the ability to recover quickly from difficulties.
Resilience?
This animal is the largest mammal in the world.
What is the Blue Whale?
Most Addictive Substance
Sugar
How many hours of sleep do most adults need each night?
Why is honesty important in recovery?
It promotes accountability, trust, and self-awareness.
J.R.R. Tolkien wrote The Hobbit and this epic fantasy series.
What is The Lord of the Rings?
A strong desire with the thought or emotion that feels like you're being pulled
Craving
A sleep stage associated with dreaming.
What is REM (Rapid Eye Movement)
According to the CDC, what drug has killed about 68% of people in the past year?
Opioids
Used to combat heroin/opiate overdose...
Narcan or Naloxone
The hormone primarily responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles.
Melatonin
Can be Internal and external. Provocation to relapse
Trigger
What does the acronym “HALT” stand for in recovery circles, reminding people to check in with themselves.
What is Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
What is the only letter that does not appear in any U.S. state name?