Triggers and Cravings
This strong desire to use drugs or alcohol is often triggered by stress, people, or places.
What is a craving?
Taking deep breaths, going for a walk, or journaling are examples of these.
What are healthy coping skills?
This phrase describes the unhealthy belief that men should never show emotions or vulnerability.
What is toxic masculinity?
He is the fictional boxer from Philadelphia who shouted “Adrian!”
Who is Rocky Balboa?
The first step in the 12 steps begins with admitting this.
What is powerlessness over addiction?
HALT stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and this common state that can trigger relapse.
What is Tired?
This physical activity reduces stress and releases endorphins, a natural mood booster.
What is exercise?
A healthy man shows this quality when he admits mistakes and makes amends.
What is accountability?
This Marvel superhero is also known as Tony Stark.
Who is Iron Man?
This three-letter support group is known worldwide for its recovery meetings.
What is AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)?
A relapse trigger that comes from being in a place or situation connected to past substance use.
What is an environmental trigger?
A coping skill where you replace a negative thought with a more positive or realistic one.
What is reframing?
This role is more than providing financially — it also means being emotionally available.
What is being a father (or caregiver)?
In basketball, this player is often referred to as “The King.”
Who is LeBron James?
This common slogan reminds people to focus on progress, not perfection.
What is “One day at a time”?
The average craving lasts about this long before passing, if not acted on.
What is 20 minutes?
The type of coping skill used when you distract yourself by calling a friend or doing an activity.
What is behavioral coping?
Research shows men who do this have stronger relationships and better mental health.
What is expressing their feelings?
This artist had hits like Lose Yourself and Not Afraid.
Who is Eminem?
Addiction is classified by doctors as this type of disease.
What is a chronic brain disease?
The brain chemical most involved in cravings and the “reward system.”
What is dopamine?
This mindfulness-based skill encourages focusing only on the present moment without judgment.
What is meditation?
This quality — being honest even when it’s difficult — is often seen as the foundation of manhood.
What is integrity?
Who is the best counselor at Eagleville Hospital?
Ms. Bee
Men are more likely than women to enter treatment for substance use.
What is True?