a brain disorder that involves functional changes to brain circuits involved in reward, stress, and self-control.
What is addiction
A group for men and women who have a desire to stop using drugs or alcohol. Ex. NA, AA, CA….etc
What are 12 Step Fellowships?
A person who refrains from alcohol or drugs but still has unresolved emotional and psychological issues and still exhibits behaviors associated with addiction, even though they are not actively drinking or using.
Who is a dry drunk
a tool therapists use to help patients interpret, express, and resolve their emotions and thoughts
What is art therapy
Information or plan to help an individual from using again. This kit could include 12 step information, important phone numbers, healthy recreational activities to participate in.
What is a relapse prevention plan
This liquid causes 9,000 deaths per year associated with increased risk for hypertension, heart attack and stroke.
What are the consequences of alcohol
A therapeutic session with multiple participants that has the goal of teaching new skills or processing current stressors.
What is a group
Conscious or unconscious strategies used to reduce and manage unpleasant emotions.
What is coping skills
term used to describe the physical and mental symptoms that a person has when they suddenly stop or cut back the use of an addictive substance
What is withdrawal
They help clients identify and address issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and substance abuse.
What are clinical therapists
Slogan that is said aloud before the end of a meeting.
What is "Keep coming back, it works if you work it."
Events or stimuli that cause specific emotional reactions or behaviors
What are triggers
You will find one in a meeting to work through the steps with
What is a sponsor
Feelings of confidence, euphoria, and elation during early recovery.
What is Pink Cloud
2 most commonly abused drugs in the United States
What are alcohol and marijuana
Building a support network, coping mechanisms and refusal skills, goal setting, self-care, communication and interpersonal skills, creative and critical thinking, resilience and ability to cope.
What are Recovery Skills