Mood swings, anxiety, irritability, variable energy, low enthusiasm, variable concentration, and disturbed sleep. Can last up to 2 years.
What is PAWS
Three stage model for managing cravings. Stage 1.Set-up Behaviors. 2. Trigger Events. 3. The Craving Cycle.
What is Gorski Model?
Distract yourself, exercise, practice mindfulness, and Playing the Tape out.
How do you manages cravings?
What is "playing the tape out"?
A beer ad, using friends, and a concert.
What are some triggers that make us crave substances?
A person in the program who has made progress in the recovery program and shares that experience.
What is a sponsor
A relapse prevention plan
What is coping skills, recovery tools, and mindfulness exercises to diminish the likelihood of relapse.
a technique that focuses on the present and helps to prevent a relapse
What is mindfulness?