What is Addiction

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What is addiction?

A disease/problem where someone keeps using despite harm

200

Name one thing people can become addicted to.

Open

300

Name one sign someone may need help.

Missing work, hiding use, money problems, mood changes, isolation

400

 If a friend is struggling, what supportive thing can you say?

“I’m here for you,” “You can get help,” “I care about you”

500

What is withdrawal?

22.    Feeling sick/uncomfortable when stopping use

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100

True or False: Addiction can affect the brain.

True

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3.    Can alcohol be addictive?

Yes

300

38.    What is one benefit of sobriety?

38.    Better health, money saved, trust, clearer mind, freedom

400

Name two healthy coping skills.

37.    Any two healthy coping skills

500

36.    Why is routine helpful in recovery?

36.    Keeps structure, reduces boredom, lowers relapse risk

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100

1.    Name one healthy coping skill.

_{5.    Walk, music, journaling, deep breathing, talk to someone, exercise}

200

17.    What is one problem addiction can cause at work or school?

17.    Missing work, poor grades, getting fired, arguments

300

14.    What does tolerance mean?

14.    Needing more to feel same effect

400

24.    What is one thing someone can do instead of using?

24.    Exercise, call support, meeting, hobby, sleep, eat healthy

500

32.    A person says “I can stop anytime” but never does. What sign is that?

32.    Loss of control / denial

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100

26.    Why is honesty important in recovery?

26.    Helps get support / prevents relapse / builds trust

200

Can gambling become addictive?

Yes

300

10.    Name one reason people seek treatment.

Health, family, legal issues, work problems, wants change

400

18.    Name one emotion that may trigger use.

Stress, sadness, anger, loneliness, boredom, anxiety

500

Name one reason stress can be dangerous in recovery.

Stress can increase cravings and relapse risk

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100

Name one place a person can get support.

Support groups, therapy, doctor

200

24.    What is one thing someone can do instead of using?

Exercise, call support, meeting, hobby, sleep, eat healthy

300

25.    Name one warning sign of relapse.

Skipping meetings, isolating, cravings, stress, dishonesty

400

34.    A person avoids family and only uses substances. What area is affected?

Relationships / social life

500

31.    A person drinks every day and misses work. What problem do you notice?

31.    Work/life consequences from addiction