Misc.
Name 3 coping skills people can use to stay sober when they are are experiencing triggers for use.
"Playing the tape through", going to a support meeting, calling a sober friend or sponsor, mindfulness, healthy distractions.
What is a symptom of addiction...
craving, problems at work or school, loss of energy or motivation, performing risky behavior while intoxicated, developing tolerance, compulsively using, not being able to stop using or drinking, spending excessive amounts of money, neglecting one's appearance, stealing to get drugs and alcohol
Name at least 2 of the 5 warning signs you are headed for a relapse
1. You stop seeking support.
2. Romanticizing substance use
3. Complicating your life
4. Hygiene diminishes
5. Having a defensive attitude.
Describe what a healthy relationship is .. HINT-Last weeks lesson
A source of encouragement, focuses on your best interest and it respects your journey
Support group options may include these.
SMART, Celebrate Recovery, AA/NA, Dharma Recovery, Recovery Cafe, The Couve Collective.
Name 3 Community Support Groups
AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Recovery Cafe, Celebrate Recovery
There are two kinds of dependence... what are they
physical and psychological
True or False
Mental relapse happens the minute you pick up that first drink or drug.
False! Mental relapse occurs long before you pick up that first drink or drug.
Why do you think is it advised that people wait until after their first year of recovery to get involved in a romantic relationship?
To use that year to focus solely on self and your recovery. To heal!
What are some fears people may have about treatment?
They weren't ready to stop using. ...
They couldn't afford it. ...
They didn't know where to get treatment. ...
They were afraid of what their neighbors might think. ...
They were afraid it might affect their job
What in your life do you have to change in order to be successful in recovery?
Everything!
The stage at which the person engaging in the addictive behavior begins to think about changing is called....
The contemplation stage of change
Name two ways to support your continued recovery.
Attending support meetings, service work, finding community or a sponsor
Why is gratitude important in recovery?
1. Gratitude is recognized as one of the virtues in the creation of happiness.
Name one of the 5 stages of change and explain it for DOUBLE POINTS
precontemplation
contemplation- Knowing that there is a problem but the person is not ready to change.
preparation- Getting ready to make the change
action -Willing and determined to change the behavior
maintenance-Maintaining the new behavior
What do you think the following statement means?
"Recovery is person driven"
Self-determination and self-direction are the foundations for recovery as individuals define their own life goals and design their unique path(s) towards those goals.
What is behavior of a risky relationship other than someone that uses.
It focuses on self, their wellbeing and you have to keep on satisfying the person for the relationship to work
Share 3 situations that could put your sobriety at risk.
People, Places and Things.
How can being in recovery impact your overall health?
1. Longer life expectancy. 2. Quality of life.
3. Improved stress management. 4. Able to be more physically active (i.e. stronger and more agile).
5. Better sleep. 6. Better eating habits.
Name 3 different levels of treatment?
What are inpatient, Intensive outpatient or outpatient.
What are boundaries?
Boundaries are limits you set for yourself. SETTING LIMITS
Name one reason why support is important in recovery?
It's essential for maintaining and enjoying sobriety, avoiding feelings of isolation, rediscovering self, and connecting with others who understand what you’re experiencing.
Name 2 triggers for substance use and two corresponding coping skills.
This is your own triggers and what you use for coping to relieve the situation
How can you prevent a lapse from becoming a relapse?
Return to a program of recovery before sliding into old behaviors and using patterns.
When treatment ends, what are some ways to maintain your recovery?
1. Continue community support. 2. Stay connected with sober mentors/sponsor 3. Continue self care and go to meetings