week two | models of recovery

Question 1

spiritually-inclined twelve-step program offers a demonstrated path of recovery with abstinence in mind

Answer 1

alcoholics anonymous

Question 2

1) Admit one cannot control one’s addiction
2) recognize a higher power that can provide strength
3) examine past errors with sponsor’s help
4) make amends for errors
5) learn to live a life with a new code of behavior
6) help others who suffer from same addiction or compulsions

Answer 2

key features of AA

Question 3

experienced AA meeting who provides support and accountability on an individual level

Answer 3

a sponsor

Question 4

first developed in 1935 by Bill Wilson & Dr. Bob during the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, designed to help individuals suffering from alcoholism and addiction attain long-lasting, contented sobriety.

Answer 4

12 step program

Question 5

go take small steps in reducing risky behaviors (ex drug use), encourage client to have a voice and view themselves as primary agent of reducing harm of risky behaviors of harm reduction

Answer 5

goals of harm reduction

Question 6

meet client where they are, maintain a nonjudgmental stance that focuses on client dignity and compassion

Answer 6

role of therapist in harm reduction

Question 7

designed to reduce harmful consequences that are associated with various human behaviors without insisting the individual quit immediately, behaviors exist on a continuum ranging from non-problematic to severely problematic, targets specific risks and harms and reducing risks

Answer 7

features of harm reduction

Question 8

directive style that focuses on a client’s ambivalence about change, names it, and helps to resolve it

Answer 8

motivational interviewing

Question 9

attempts to see the world as the client and takes a collaborative stance, assuming the client is the expert. they identify discrepancies but doesn’t challenge and listens to client, highlights their strengths, and elicits hope and capacity for change.

Answer 9

role of therapist in motivational interviewing

Question 10

OUARS (open ended questions, affirming, reflective listening, summaries)

Answer 10

features of motivational interviewing

Question 11

used to encourage the client to move past one word answers and actively engage with the therapist

Answer 11

open ended questions

Question 12

encourages ongoing communication, disclosure, and growth throughout the therapeutic process

Answer 12

affirming

Question 13

helps direct the client toward change or to further explore difficult issues. resistance is not confronted by the therapist and rather difficult feelings are affirmed which gives client permission to deal with them

Answer 13

reflective listening

Question 14

another form of reflective listening, allows for the therapist to provide insights that have been seen by the therapist. this helps the client feel more empowered by these insights

Answer 14

summaries

Question 15

precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance

Answer 15

stages of change

Question 16

clients may be experiencing negative consequences from use but do not feel they are serious enough to change behaviors. clients in this stage tend to defend their current AOD patterns and are not motivated to change

Answer 16

precontemplation

Question 17

clients recognize their AOD patterns are problematic but remain ambivalent about making changes

Answer 17

contemplation

Question 18

clients are committed to changing their behaviors and are taking responsibility for their role in making changes

Answer 18

preparation

Question 19

clients are actively engaged in changing their behaviors and recognize the likely need for outside assistance in achieving their goals

Answer 19

action

Question 20

clients have developed some efficiency and are working to consolidate changes

Answer 20

maintenance

Question 21

to withdraw from substances in a medically supervised facility

Answer 21

goals of detoxification

Question 22

medications may be administered by doctors in order to control withdraw symptoms. education is generally provided regarding substance use and treatment, generally lasts a few days to more than a week.

Answer 22

features of detox

Question 23

contact with the outside world is limited upon initially entering treatment. eventually clients are allowed more contact with people outside and encouragement is provided to help client restart their daily activities while returning to center at night

Answer 23

goals of residential

Question 24

generally lasts one more to over a year. treatment is divided into a series of stages that the individual goes through. 12 step models are frequently used. family therapy incorporated into treatment.

Answer 24

features of residential

Question 25

assist the client in maintaining a sober life outside of treatment

Answer 25

goals of outpatient

Question 26

run by hospitals, health clinics, etc, that have an outpatient clinic. generally run on evenings and weekends to allow clients to maintain work and school activities during the day.

Answer 26

features of outpatient