Team Building
What is the term for working together to achieve a common goal?
Teamwork
How can budgeting help individuals in recovery maintain stability and avoid financial stress that might trigger a relapse?
Budgeting helps create structure, control, and reduces financial anxiety, making it easier to focus on recovery.
Using substances or alcohol, even in small amounts, is considered a risky behavior in recovery.
True
What does the term "dry drunk" mean in recovery?
A person who is abstinent from substances but continues to display addictive behavior.
Which of the following is an example of an adaptive coping skill for someone in recovery from SUD?
a) Thinking about using to manage stress, but not using.
b) Practicing mindfulness, and grounding, to stay present and calm
c) Isolating oneself from others to avoid triggers, but walking by the liquor store to remind yourself how bad drinking is for you.
A healthy team relies on open and honest _______.
Communication
Why is it important to understand the difference between gross income and net income when planning for financial stability in recovery?
Understanding this difference ensures that individuals live within their means and avoid overspending, reducing stress.
What is the term for putting yourself in situations where temptation to use substances or alcohol is high?
High-risk situations
Dry drunk behavior often includes acting as though you're still in active addiction, but without using substances. True or False?
True
What is the term for challenging and replacing distorted or negative thoughts that may contribute to emotional distress in recovery?
Cognitive Restructuring
True or False: Team-building exercises should only be done once to strengthen relationships.
False
How can building an emergency fund support someone in recovery from SUD?
An emergency fund provides financial security, helping to manage unexpected expenses without resorting to substances for coping.
What is the risk of engaging in social activities where alcohol is present, even if you are not drinking, and how can it affect someone in the action stage of change in recovery?
Being around alcohol can trigger cravings, negative emotions, or peer pressure, which increases the risk of relapse or adopting risky behaviors.
Which of the following behaviors is most likely to indicate someone is experiencing "dry drunk" syndrome in recovery?
a) Consistently making amends and cussing everyone out that doesn't accept their amends.
b) Continuing to exhibit unresolved anger, frustration, and emotional instability, but telling everyone else not to.
c) Actively seeking professional therapy and support groups
What coping skill is often used to break the cycle of rumination and focus on the present moment, which can be especially helpful in moments of stress or anxiety?
Grounding techniques, CBT, Mindfulness.
What is the term for a process where team members share personal experiences to create trust?
Vulnerability
What is the potential impact of poor credit on someone in recovery, and why should they work toward improving their credit score?
Poor credit can limit access to loans or housing, adding stress that could jeopardize recovery. Improving credit supports financial independence and stability.
What is a risky behavior that might occur if someone avoids dealing with their feelings or struggles in recovery?
Emotional avoidance or suppression
What is a risky behavior that might occur if someone avoids dealing with their feelings or struggles in recovery?
Emotional avoidance or suppression
How can developing problem-solving skills enhance emotional regulation and prevent relapse in recovery from SUD?
Problem-solving skills allow individuals to effectively address challenges without resorting to substances, reducing emotional distress and building resilience.
What strategy encourages team members to reflect on past successes and challenges in order to improve future collaboration?
Retrospective or Past Action Analysis
How does developing a savings plan in recovery contribute to long-term well-being and prevent returning to old behaviors that can disrupt sobriety?
A savings plan fosters financial independence, reduces stress, and builds confidence, helping individuals maintain focus on recovery without financial worry.
Why is isolating yourself from others considered a risky behavior in a sober living home?
Isolation can lead to loneliness, negative thinking, and a greater chance of relapse.
Why is isolating yourself from others considered a risky behavior in a sober living home?
Isolation can lead to loneliness, negative thinking, and a greater chance of relapse.
In the context of recovery, what is the purpose of emotional regulation, and how does it contribute to long-term sobriety?
Emotional regulation helps individuals manage intense emotions without turning to substances, fostering healthier relationships, reducing impulsivity, and supporting sustained recovery.