Daily Reflections and JFT
Problem solving
problem solving #2
Roadmap for Recovery
addiction
100

Life is a __. The 12 steps are the key. Today i will use the steps to particiapte in that __, understanding and enjoying myself and my __.

Process. Process. Recovery. 

100

What is a problem? 

A question, matter, situation, or person that is perplexing or difficult. 

100

Why is it important to acquire problem solving skills?

So you can deal with them more quickly and easily. Lessen stress and anxiety that comes with it.
100
The withdrawal stage usually lasts how long?

up to 15 days 

100

Genetics, mental illness and peer pressure all make us prone to addiction. T or F 

True 

200

The willingness to give up my __ and __ __ to a power greater than myself has proved to be the only ingredient absolutely necessary to solve all of my problems today. 

Pride. Self-will. 

200

Is problem solving techniques a learned skill? 

Yes 

200

When exploring options for different solutions, it is important to consider how you would feel at the outcome of each option. 

true

200

At which stage does a person typically start to feel really good and motivated to change?

Honeymoon. 

200

The term stimulant refers to a substance that speeds up the digestive system T or F 

False. The central nervous system. 

300

To stay clean we must remember that we are only __ __ __ from our __. 

One drug away. Past. 
300

Brainstorming ideas is part of the step # 1, defining the problem? True or false 

False.  #2 Generating solutions 

300

Putting your problem into perspective to see how big/small/serious it may be is part of the last step, which is maintaining the change. T or F

False 

300

How many days does the wall usually last and what can you experience during this time?

45-120 days. You may start to return to old behaviors. Start to question what the purpose is of your recovery. Feeling defeated. Increased emotions. 

300

Addiction can begin when a person first uses drugs but addiction is more than just using a lot of drugs. T or F 

True

400

I am grateful for good times, but I've not forgotten where I've come. Today my first priority is __ __ and growing in __ ___. 

Staying clean. My recovery. 

400

When is a problem, not a problem? 

When a person has sufficient skills and resources that for him or her are not perplexing or difficult. 

400

Success in coping with your problems depends largely on what? 

Your problem solving skills 

400
During what stage does a person's brain and body begin to level out?
Adjustment 
400

Recovery from mental illness is a myth. T or F 

False. 62% of people diagnosed with a mental illness recover 

500

JFT: I cannot work the steps and also continue to deceive myself. I will examine my thinking for __, reveal them to my __, and be rid of them. 

Rationalizations. Sponsor. 

500

Out of the 8 steps for problem solving, describe 4 of them. 

1. Define the problem 2. Generate solutions 3. Think about the solutions' consequences and chances for success 4. Explore feelings about the different solutions 5. Choose a solution 6. Put the chosen solution into action 7. Evaluate the preliminary results 8. Maintain the change 

500

Can you give an example of preventive maintence? 

self care. Know your triggers. Grounding techniques. Support groups. HALT. Play the tape. Get help. 

500

Withdrawal is often the hardest stage for people to go through? True or False 

False. The wall. 
500
Addiction most often gets worse over time. T or F 

True