Relapse Prevention
What is the difference between a slip and a full relapse?
A slip is a brief return to use; a relapse is a return to the addiction pattern
What thinking error sounds like “It’s not my fault”?
Victim thinking
What is a budget?
A plan for how you spend and save money
What is a sponsor, and what is an accountability partner?
A Sponser walks you through your steps and an accountability partner holds you to what you say you are going to do.
Why is showing up on time important?
It builds trust, shows respect, and keeps you employed
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
What is minimization?
Downplaying the seriousness of your actions
What emotion most often leads to impulsive behavior?
Anger
What is a coping skill?
A healthy way to deal with stress or cravings
What is the most dangerous time for relapse after release?
The first 30–90 days
Why do most relapses start mentally before they start physically?
Because thoughts and justifications come first
What thinking error says “I already messed up, so it doesn’t matter”?
All-or-nothing thinking
What does it mean to live within your means?
Spending only what you can afford
What is one coping skill you can use when angry?
Walk, breathe, pray, write, or talk to someone
What is one major risk after release?
Old people, places, or habits
What is a “high-risk situation”?
A situation that greatly increases the chance of relapse
What is the opposite of criminal thinking?
Accountability
Why is saving money important?
It helps with emergencies and independence
What does “pro-social support” mean?
People who support sobriety and law-abiding behavior
Why is employment critical to reentry success?
It provides structure, income, and purpose
What is cross-addiction?
Replacing one addiction with another
What should you do when you catch a thinking error?
Stop, challenge it, and replace it with a healthy thought
What is one way to avoid financial trouble?
Make a budget and stick to it
Show me the 5 people you surround yourself with and I will show you what?
Your future
What is the true definition of freedom?
Living without being controlled by impulses