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Recovery
12 Step
Drugs
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Recovery Skills
100
-Uncontrollable craving for the drug -Loss of control -Use despite negative consequences - chronic, biological brain disease -Psychological dependence -Physical dependence
What is addiction?
100
What two individuals founded Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935
Who are Bill Wilson and Bob Smith (Dr. Bob)?
100
It is when higher quantities of a substance is needed in order to achieve the same effects as before.
What is tolerance?
100

We hope to never _____. But the fact is, it does happen to some. And if it does happen, it is important to remember that it does not mean you are a failure — even if it feels like it. Just be sure to take steps immediately to get back on track with your recovery. :) 

What is a relapse?


Relapse does not equal failure

100
1. People 2. Places 3. Things
What are triggers
200
This is the period between 15-45 days of recovery where the brain overcompensates and produces too much of the feel good neurotransmitter.
What is the pink cloud?
200
In what year was the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous first published
When is 1939?
200
These uncomfortable feelings occur when a substance is stopped abruptly
What is withdrawal?
200

Addiction is/can be considered  a disease of the________?


What is the brain?


Addiction is not a moral failing. You are not a bad or flawed person.

200
In order to heal there are three biological things that a person can do to help their brain and body heal, those are.
Nutrition, Exercise, Sleep/Meditate
300
This is the period between 45-120 days of recovery where the brain reduces the production of the feel good neurotransmitter. which is marked by depression, anxiety, restlessness and irritability.
What is "The wall"?
300
"We admitted we were powerless over alcohol - that our lives had become unmanageable."
What is step one?
300

According to NIDA, how many people have died from an overdose in 2020

What is 92,000 persons in the U.S 

300

Attending an addiction recovery group is vital, especially in early recovery, but you will eventually need to find your _______?

 This means developing your own ways, other than meetings, to support your own recovery. Activities such as volunteering, exercising and attending classes are great options.

What is own path outside of meetings/recovery?

300
Some high-risk situations to avoid are to not let yourself get too hungry, angry, lonely or tired. What can help you remember these circumstances?
What is H.A.L.T.
400
This stage of recovery is between 120- 180 days where the brain begins to heal the most and stabilize. This period is referred to as.
What is homeostasis?
400
_______ and _________ of others is our code.
What is love and tolerance
400
In order for a disorder to be considered a pathological disease these three things need to be present
What is an organ, a defect, and symptoms?
400

These can be common and obvious, but others such as becoming over confident or having more money in the bank, also may be places, people or things can catch you off guard. .____?

What is relapse triggers?

Be wary of lesser known relapse triggers.

400
Our brain learns by ________ and _________.
What is repetition and reward
500
For the best chance of staying sober, what is the MINIMUM length of time a person should stay in treatment?
What is 90 -120 days?
500
This is the principle of Step 12
What is service?
500
Two substances are most to detox from because of the likelihood of death
What are alcohol and benzodiazepines?
500

When entering recovery you will need to ____yourself and others can be a huge part of recovery. If you continue to hold on to resentments from the past, then your risk for relapse is high. 

What is forgive/ let go of old self/ release?

500
5 skills you have learned in treatment to overcome cravings and triggers
(this is a question with many answers. Must answer in form of question still). What is (are) a sponsor, a relapse prevention plan, laughter, service, work, being with family, hobbies etc.