Triggers
What is a trigger
And internal or external stimulus that revives memories, thoughts or emotions associated with past substance use or addictive behaviors.
What is a craving?
A deep longing or mental urge that feels difficult to resist or ignore
Admited to God to ourselfs and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.
Step #5
Relapse has to be apart of my recovery.
False. Although relapse does occur there is many cases where people have accomplished it the first time around.
Easy..
Does it.
Who or what can cause triggers?
Old people, places, things, thoughts or feelings.
How long does a craving typically last
A single intense craving episode typically lasts between 15 to 30 minutes.
Admitting we are powerless over drugs and Alcohol.
Step #1
Alcohol is a drug?
True. Alcohol is just as addictive as any other drug.
Nothing changes...
If nothing changes.
Name any of these triggers.
Needles, straws, music, anxiety, old friends, bars, gas stations, high pressure situations, boredom, old places, physical pain, emotional pain, memories, feeling shameful or guilt.
Different ways I can handle my craving
Distract your brain, Change your environment, Do not feed my craving, Remove triggers, Pray, Use one or more of your coping skills.
Made amends to the people we have harmed.
Step # 9
Recovery is a life long journey?
True, you will have to spend your entire life focusing on your recovery.
One...
Day at a time.
How can I identify if I am having a trigger?
When your body and mind react with a sudden, intense surge of fear, anger, or panic that is much bigger than the current situation calls for
True or false? M.A.T is used to help stop or reduce cravings?
True.
Made a decision to turn our will and our life's over to the care of God as we understand him.
Step #3
My recovery must come 1st in all aspects of my life.
True, anything you put in front of your recovery you will loose. You must focus on your recovery first at all times.
Progress...
The 4 types of trigger responses.
Fight- Confronting it head on with anger, aggression, or a need for control.
Flight- Trying to escape or run away
Freeze- Becoming stuck, paralyzed, or unable to act.
Fawn- Trying to please, appease, or caretake.
3 types of cravings?
physical, emotional, habitual.
Who created the 12 steps?
Dr, Bob Smith and Bill Wilson.
Addiction is simply a lack of willpower.
False, Addiction is a complex disease affecting brain chemistry, requiring support, time, and often professional treatment.
What is rule #62?
Don't take yourself to seriously.