Recovery Terms
A return to substance use or addictive behavior after a period of abstinence
Relapse
Term used to describe using healthy mechanisms to manage stress or emotions
Coping skills
Progress, not ____
Perfection
Name one type of support group
AA, NA, SMART Recovery, etc.
boundaries
Used to combat opiate overdose
Narcan or Naloxone
Situations, emotions, or people that can lead to cravings
Triggers
____ day at a time
One
A person who guides or supports you through recovery
Sponsor or mentor
The step you have to practice every single day
Step 1
the word means choosing not to use a substance
abstinence
Name a healthy coping mechanism
Walk, journal, reading, talking to friend, etc.
Fall ____ times, stand up ____
Seven, eight
Name three supportive people in your life
Family, friends, sponsor, etc.
What is the act of being appreciative for the things in life
Gratitude
What does MAT stand for
Medication Assisted Treatment
Writing your thoughts and feelings can help process emotions
Journaling
Recovery is a ____ not a destination
journey
Who are the counselors
Abby, Holly, Sean and Sarah
What is the term used when an individual has both a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder
Co-occurring