Maintaining Recovery
Social Networks in Recovery
Support Groups in Recovery
Support Solutions in Recovery
Effective Communication
100

When someone states, "I am in  recovery.   what do they mean?

Not using

Changed Attitude about drugs

Get Involved: Jobs, School, Hobbies

Learn new skills and be open to new ideas

100

A _____________ is made up of all the people with whom we spend time socially, including friends, family, co-workers, neighbors,  and acquaintances. 

social network

100

These popular groups are what is known as the 12 step approach.

AA

NA

GA


100

Family is usually referred to as kinfolks (blood relatives), however family can also be _________, ____________, ______________, as an example.

Friends, roommates, partners

100

Examples of personal rights are what?

To ask for what I want

To express my thoughts and feelings

To be free from violence

To be treated with respect

To say "NO"

To ask questions

200

__________ or cessation of drug use is the foundation of recovery, and for many people it's the easiest.

Abstinence

200

It is better to keep old friends from previous social networks to maintain your recovery. True or False.

False, experts found in many cases new friends and acquaintances who are drug free as well as developing strategies for dealing with old friends who still use can maintain recovery. 

200

Support groups have a lot to offer, and thousands of recovering people have benefited from joining a group. Membership in a support group can do what for you?

Help you deal with urges to use or drink

Provide support and understanding if setbacks occur

Give you a place to share and hear success stories

Help fill your spare time

Introduce you to new people and new ideas

200

Families can be a sources of happiness, ____________, and _______________.

support and stability

200

What we say, how we say it, and how well we listen are all examples of effective ____________ which influences every aspect of our lives including recovery.

communication

300

Ultimately, ____________ is responsible for their own recovery.

you

300
The main thing is to seek out friends who __________ and support your recovery efforts.

Encourage

300

Being a member of a support group provides you with a way to ___________ urges (go to a meeting instead!) as well as a place to make new __________. 

Handle & Friends

300

Recovery involves _______________. 

Change

300

Improving ______________ and gaining confidence in our ability to communicate effectively has been shown to enhance recovery and reduce the risk of ________. 

social skills & setbacks

400

Most people in recovery have a sort of, "___________________" that can alert them when the risk for "_____________" or using is high.

Early Warning System & Slipping

400
When one spontaneously uses because of an internal thought, they can be referred to as this "___________."

triggers or influence

400

It is important to meet regularly with friends or acquaintances who are also in recovery to discuss _____________, _____________, and what ______________. 

solutions, successes, works

400

One key to solving problems, in a family, is to figure out what __________. 

works


400

_____________ is considered to be the most effective communication style because it promotes equality and fairness in relationships.

Assertiveness

500

The best advice for avoiding "slips" is to become ___________ of your own personal "warning" system, and then pay attention to what _______________ in dealing with carvings and urges to use. 

aware & works for you

500

Each person is the ultimate judge of ____________ or doesn't work in their ________________.

what works & relationships 

500

Someone you can call when you need support, advice, or encouragement.

Sponsor 
500

_______________ is considered a tool designed to help focus on the strengths and sources of support for recovery.

Mapping

500

_____________ communication techniques can help improve your relationships and contribute to your __________.

Effective & recovery