Relapse Stage
The Stage where feelings and behaviors are risky, but the person may not be thinking about using yet.
Emotional Relapse
Name two categories besides alcohol/drugs.
people, places, enviorments, emotions, money, boredom, grief, court, stress, conflicts.
Recovery Capital means what?
Internal and external resources that support recovery.
What is the 24 hour rule?
A person says court is the only reason they attend. What can still make group useful?
This stage includes mental tug of war, romanticizing the pass, thinking "just once"
Mental Relapse
A friend says,"Hold this bag for quick money". what is the trigger?
Money pressure, old peers, access to legal activities, fear of missing out.
Give two examples of internal recovery capital
Coping skills, emotional regulation, self-efficacy, identity, purpose
Name two things someone can do in the first 30 minutes of a craving?
Call support, leave the area,wat/shower/walk, attend meetings/group, block contact journal
Old friend offers quick money. What is a recovery response?
dont respond at all,block contact, call support leave the area, focus on legal income
Why is emotional relapse important to catch early?
Earliest point to intervene before thoughts turn into action.
What is a choice point?
Give two examples of external recovery capital
Housing, employment, support,community,treatment, spiritual connection
What coping skills can helps with anger before reacting?
Pause, breathe, walkaway grounding, call support
What does accountability look like without shame?
Asking for help,honest check ins, owning choices, using support
Scenario:He is isolating, irritated, sleeping poorly, and skipping support. What stage is this?
Emotional Relapse
Payday plus no plans plus old contacts equals what type of risk?
High-risk situation;needs a weekend/payday plan
Why does recovery Capital matter when cravings show?
it gives options and support so Relapse is not the only escape.
Why practice a coping skills before a crisis?
Skills work better when practiced; a crisis is not the best time to learn
Weekends with no structure is risky because...
Boredom, access, old contacts, emotions, and money can build without a plan