We have all had the experience of recovery perhaps from a loss of a relationship through death or break up, from illness or combat-related experiences. How did you get through that process? What supports were available to you? What was helpful? Hurtful?

In your opinion:

1. We have all had the experience of recovery perhaps from a loss of a relationship through death or break up, from illness or combat-related experiences. How did you get through that process? What supports were available to you? What was helpful? Hurtful?

Experience is the best teacher. Lets apply our readings and video to explore this question in relation to recovery.

2. We started this week by discussing how we got through a recovery experience. Now, that we’ve done the readings, lets think about the experiences we have shared, applying what we have learned about the process of recovery. Everyone has had a time in his/her life in which something significant occurred that was neither expected nor pleasant, but that was life altering. What helps to come through these experiences? How do the experiences contribute to who a person becomes today? Though you may use your experiences as a frame of reference, please avoid sharing too much personal information; just focus on the process.

3. What are some parallels between the experiences shared so far this week in terms of the recovery process and that of alcohol/substance abuse recovery?

4. SAMHSA has described four dimensions to support recovery: health, housing, purpose, and community. What tools can support these dimensions and what are some risks for relapse around these areas? Be sure to consider the important inter-relationships of recovery with hope, self-help, and mutual support as you engage in conversation.

Note: We will be discussing each question together as a group, one at a time. As you create your posts, remember that the goal is an informed, dynamic conversation. Be creative in your headings and responsive to others who have posted before you. As you create responses to others, create new and descriptive titles to your post. Dont simply put “re:” or type in a person’s name that is already clear from the thread. Instead, if you type a full sentence or long enough phrase that the point of your post will be clear. This tip for using the subject line effectively will make navigating all discussion threads easy and meaningful. There is no right or wrong response, but you should demonstrate an ability to relate the module materials to the discussion questions in an articulate, well-reasoned manner.

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