Across
- 4. Needing more of a substance to achieve the same effect
- 7. The brain system activated by pleasurable experiences
- 9. Healthy relationships and social bonds that support recovery
- 10. A person's actions and reactions
- 12. A strong urge to use a substance
- 14. A person's overall mental, emotional, and physical health
- 16. A healthy coping _____ helps manage stress and triggers
- 18. The process of becoming healthier physically and emotionally
- 19. Positive movement toward recovery goals
- 20. People with similar recovery experiences who offer support
- 21. The organ most affected by addiction
- 22. Physical and emotional symptoms that occur when substance use stops
- 24. The reason or desire to achieve a goal
- 25. The ability to recover from challenges and setbacks
- 27. Professional help used to address substance use disorder
- 28. Addiction is considered a chronic _____, not a moral failing
Down
- 1. The process of improving health and wellness after addiction
- 2. Strong desires to use alcohol or drugs
- 3. The brain chemical associated with pleasure and reward
- 5. The ability to make decisions that support recovery
- 6. A chronic condition involving continued substance use despite negative consequences
- 8. Feelings such as happiness, sadness, or anger
- 11. Something that increases the urge to use substances
- 13. Returning to substance use after a period of abstinence
- 15. The ability to manage urges and emotions
- 16. Helpful people who encourage positive change
- 17. The study of the brain and nervous system
- 18. A belief that recovery and positive change are possible
- 23. A feeling that can increase the risk of relapse when unmanaged
- 26. A drug or chemical that can alter mind or behavior