Statistics
How many years is considered long-term sobriety?
More than five years is considered long-term.
HALT
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
In a state of peaceful happiness
Content
Women experience unique challenges in recovery
True: Progress more quickly from use to addiction. Women may also face barriers to treatment, including caregiving responsibilities and stigma
What are the alternatives to recovery?
Jails, institutions, death
What is the average length of addiction treatment?
30-90 days
PAWS
Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome
Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness
Anxious
Fentanyl is 100 times stronger than morphine
True: This is why there is a high level of overdoses
What is the significance of the "one day at a time" philosophy in recovery?
Stay in the present moment
What percentage of individuals with alcohol use disorder receive treatment?
Less than 8%
CADC
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Feel mental pain or distress
Hurt
Marijuana is more commonly abused than alcohol
True: it is the most widely used illicit drug due to increased legalization, cultural acceptance, and perceived low risk of harm
What is a "pink cloud" in the context of recovery?
A phase where individuals feel euphoric and overly optimistic about recovery, often followed by challenges
What percent of individuals with substance use disorder also have a mental health disorder?
50%
FEAR
Face Everything and Rise
Recognize the full worth of
Appreciated
Marijuana smoke contains 50–70% more carcinogenic chemicals than tobacco smoke and is a lung irritant
True: Marijuana contains some of the identical cancer-causing chemicals found in cigarettes
What are three things to take into consideration to avoid any possible triggers?
Peoples, places, things
How many times does your risk of heart attack increase in the first hour after smoking marijuana?
Five times
NUTS
Not Using The Steps
Embarrassed or guilty because of one's actions, characteristics, or associations
Ashamed
Socioeconomic status does not contribute to addiction
False: Social factors, including peer pressure, family dynamics, and socioeconomic status play a significant role in the onset and progression of addiction
What is the most important thing to have when entering the recovery process?
Willingness/Motivation