Stages of Change Sober Supports Coping Mechanisms Therapeutic Methods (think groups) Dual-Diagnosis
100
What is precontemplation?
At this stage, there is no intention to change behaviors
100
Who is a sponsor.
This is an individual in recovery that helps guide people on their recovery path.
100
What is box breathing?
For this coping skill, breathe In for four seconds, hold for four seconds, out for four seconds.
100
What is aromatherapy?
For this intervention, strong smelling oils are used to improve mindfulness and bring attention to bodily sensations.
100
What is depression?
This condition is characterized by a persistent lowered mood. May cause a decrease in overall functioning.
200
What is preparation?
At this stage, people are intending to take action in the next month and have unsuccessfully taken action in the past year.
200
What is a friend?
This is a trusted person in your life that you feel comfortable talking to.
200
What is 5 to 1 Grounding?
For this coping skill, Count five things you can see, four you can touch, three things you can hear, two things you can smell, and one thing you can taste.
200
What is music therapy?
For this intervention, sounds and words are used to bring awareness to internal emotions and feelings, while building resilience.
200
What is anxiety?
This condition is characterized by uncontrollable worry and may cause fear, dead, and general uneasiness.
300
What is Maintenance?
At this stage, people work to prevent relapse.
300
What is a self-help group?
(AA, NA, SMART, SOS, Refuge Recovery, etc.)
This is a group of fellow addicts looking to make change in their lives.
300
What is a safe place?
For this coping skill, visualize your safe/calm place and observe it's details.
300
What are therapy animals?
For this intervention, furry creatures are used to release natural "happy chemicals" which help create a sense of calm
300
What is bipolar?
This condition results in "extreme highs and lows" that impact a person's functionality.
400
What is contemplation?
At this stage, people are aware that a problem exists and are seriously thinking about overcoming it.
400
Who is family?
These people may or may not be biologically related, and are people we might trust and be close with.
400
What is the S.T.O.P. skill?
For this coping skill, Stop, Take a step back, Observe, and Proceed mindfully.
400
What is art therapy?
For this intervention, creative methods of visual expression increase feelings of control and reduces anxiety and depression.
400
What is schizophrenia?
This condition can cause hallucinations, confusion/ disorganized thought, and decreased participation in activities. Often, confused with dissociative identity disorder.
500
What is Action?
At this stage, people modify behaviors, experiences, and/or environment to make change.
500
Who is a support delegate?
This person or group is someone you have a personal relationship with that you trust to keep you on track during your recovery
500
What is a pro and con list?
For this coping skill, list benefits and harms of performing a behavior.
500
What is Horticultural/Ecological/Plant Therapy?
For this intervention, living things are nurtured and cared for which allows the individual to feel fulfilled and valued while promoting mindfulness, peace, and focus. (THIS IS ZACH'S FAVORITE!)
500
What is PTSD?
This condition can cause hypervigilance, flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, and avoidance behavior.






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