MAT + recovery
Which medication can treat both Alcohol and Opioid Use Disorder?
Vivitrol
This type of plan helps identify triggers and coping strategies before cravings occur.
relapse prevention/ relapse prevention plan
are the largest animals ever known to have lived on the planet
Blue whales
each person on your team share their go-to coping strategy for managing cravings, coping with distress, etc
500 points
Name one benefit of group therapy in recovery
Support, shared experiences, accountability, etc.
what is the importance of having a routine during recovery
It provides structure, reduces stress, and minimizes boredom, which can lead to relapse
What is the purpose of a relapse prevention plan?
To identify triggers, warning signs, and coping strategies to avoid relapse
What can you catch but not throw?
a cold
Myth or Fact: People in recovery must avoid all social settings involving alcohol or substances forever.
What is a myth? (While avoiding triggers is important, individuals can learn coping skills to navigate social situations over time.)
What is one way to build connection when you feel withdrawn?
A way to connect: join groups, call someone, attend meetings, volunteer, join a class, etc
Being on buprenorphine (Suboxone) decreases risk of opioid overdose by 50%. True or False
True
Why is self-care important in preventing relapse?
Helps manage stress, improves mental health, and supports emotional stability.
David’s parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what’s the name of the third son?
David
Give three examples of coping skills
breathing, distraction, grounding, social support, therapy, physical activity, etc
What’s one sign of a healthy support relationship?
A healthy support relationship includes trust, honesty, respect, boundaries, encouragement
What’s the difference between abstinence and recovery?
Abstinence is simply not using; recovery includes rebuilding your life, improving mental/physical health, and creating new coping skills.
What does the HALT acronym stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired—common relapse triggers
What is dopamine, and how does addiction affect it?
A brain chemical linked to pleasure; addiction overstimulates and depletes it
One member of each team volunteer to share three things that they are looking forward to in recovery.
500 points
Why is giving back to the recovery community important?
Reinforces personal growth, creates purpose, and strengthens commitment to sobriety.
Name one potential side effect of MAT medications that participants might experience.
Drowsiness, constipation, or nausea
What is “urge surfing” in recovery?
A mindfulness technique to ride out cravings without giving in
This organ can actually form new pathways and repair itself over time after recovery from substances.
the brain
This coping skill can involve listing things you're grateful for, taking time to breath deeply, looking at things that bring you joy in the moment
mindfullness / gratitude
The opposite of addiction is ______________.
Connection