Relapse Prevention
What word describes people, places, or things that increase the risk of relapse?
What are Triggers
This warning sign involves pulling away from supportive friends, family, or recovery meetings.
What is isolation?
This is the first warning sign of addiction.
What is increased tolerance.
This means treating yourself with kindness and understanding while working through mistakes.
What is self-compassion?
What snack and drink is often everywhere at recovery meetings?
Coffee and donuts
What is the term for focusing on the present moment without judgment?
What is Mindfulness
fondly remembering past substance use by remembering only the "good times" while ignoring the negative consequences is known as this thinking pattern.
What is glorifying (or romanticizing) past substance use?
This stage can occur when someone returns to substance use after a period of stopping and may require renewed recovery support.
What is relapse?
This happens when society attaches negative labels or judgments to people who struggle with substance use.
What is stigma?
Clue: This four-letter acronym reminds people to check if they are Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired.
What is HALT?
What word describes being honest and open about your recovery struggles?
Accountability
True or false cutting back on meetings and skipping outpatient appointments is an early warning sign.
What is true
This stage is marked by increased use, cravings, and beginning problems related to substance use.
What is the problematic use stage?
This phrase reminds people that their past actions do not have to define who they become in recovery.
What is “my past does not define my future”?
This slogan encourages members to accept situations they cannot control rather than fighting them.
What is "Let Go and Let God"? (or simply "Let Go".)
Name at least 2 things you will need before going into a risky situation (party special event ECT ) even if you feel ready.
This warning sign occurs when a person starts keeping secrets or becoming less honest with others about their thoughts and behaviors.
What is dishonesty or secrecy?
In this stage, a person may feel unable to control their use despite negative consequences.
What is the dependence stage?
This thinking pattern involves believing you are your mistakes rather than recognizing mistakes as behaviors that can change.
What is shame-based thinking?
What skill involves noticing cravings without acting on them until they pass?
What is Urge surfing
According to many people in recovery, this is the one thing that has no substitute when it comes to staying sober.
What is a support network?
If you catch yourself thinking, “Just one won’t hurt,” this is the action you should take instead of acting on the thought.
What is call someone in your support network and play the tape through?
This stage involves continued substance use despite serious harm to relationships, health, work, or responsibilities.
What is the addiction stage?
This recovery step often involves facing past actions, accepting responsibility, and working toward healing relationships.
What is making a searching and fearless moral inventory?
This slogan is often shared with newcomers who are struggling with self-love and self-acceptance.
What is "We'll Love You Until You Can Love Yourself"?