Stages of Grief
Change and Acceptance
Success and Failure
PAWS
Random
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Are the stages linear?

No

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What is one of the Stages of Change?

Pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance

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How do you define guilt?

A feeling of responsibility or remorse for some offense, crime, wrong, whether real or imagined

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What does PAWS stand for?

Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome

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What is assertive communication?

To politely yet firmly stand up for yourself when facing a trigger or difficult situation

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What often occurs in the bargaining stage?

Negotiation, rationalization, "if only..." statements 

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What is one thing you can change vs. one thing you have to accept?

Change: routine, schedule, values, choices, perspectives, attitudes, thoughts, reactions, habits

Accept: weather, traffic, the past, cost of living increase, other people's actions/reactions/expectations

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How do you define shame?

The feeling arising from the consciousness of something dishonorable, improper, or ridiculous, often done by oneself

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How long do cravings last?

Anywhere from 5 to 10 minutes

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What is dopamine?

A neurotransmitter that is closely linked to the mind's reward system and is often associated with pleasure

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What are the 5 Stages of Grief?

Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance

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What was the lesson in the "Tough Luck" TED Talk that we watched?

Feel your feelings and move on to prevent prolonging your suffering. Do not exert your energy on things you cannot change. 

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What are the biggest influences on self-esteem?

Your childhood, the media, friends/family, and work environments
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How long does PAWS generally last?

Most common is 3-6 months, but can extend up to 1 year.

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What are three of the most common triggers?

People, places, and things

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Which three stages do people often spend the most time in?

Anger, bargaining, depression

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What are the spheres of concern, influence, and control?

Concern: any concerns we are currently having

Influence: the concerns we can do something about

Control: the concerns we have direct control over

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How would someone who is prideful act?

Aggressive communication, blaming others for our actions, using without regard for other's feelings, belief that we are better than others

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What are the symptoms of PAWS?

Mood swings, irritability, tiredness, anxiety, low enthusiasm, inconsistent concentration, disturbed sleep

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What is a traditional treatment course that individuals with SUD may follow?

Detox --> residential treatment --> PHP --> IOP --> outpatient therapy

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Who created the Stages of Grief?

Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

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How many consecutive days does it take to form a new habit?

21 days

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What demonstrates humility in our recovery?

Taking accountability for our actions, acknowledging our strengths and weaknesses, having reasonable expectations for ourselves and others, having the courage to acknowledge/discuss/cope with difficult emotions and experiences
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What are the two stages of withdrawal?

Acute stage (physical withdrawal symptoms)

Post-acute stage (more emotional withdrawl symptoms)

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How does Narcan work?

Reverses opioid overdose by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and blocking the effects of opioids, thereby restoring breathing and consciousness