Lessons

This guide serves as the central hub for various group therapy topics and lessons at Tranquility Woods. It provides an overview of the themes covered in our group sessions, designed to support individuals battling substance use disorder and mental health conditions. The page links to detailed lessons, fostering a comprehensive understanding of each topic within our supportive and structured program.

Understanding and Overcoming Cognitive Distortions

Duration: 75 minutes
This lesson aims to educate participants on cognitive distortions, helping them recognize and challenge these irrational thought patterns. It emphasizes the role of balanced thinking in improving emotional well-being and promotes strategies used in cognitive-behavioral therapy to foster healthier thinking habits.
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Urge Surfing: Riding the Wave of Cravings Mindfully

Duration: 60 minutes
This lesson introduces participants to urge surfing as a practical and effective mindfulness-based technique to manage cravings and addictive behaviors. It emphasizes the temporary nature of urges and equips individuals with skills to observe these sensations mindfully without acting on them.
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Mastering Self-Control and Decision-Making

Duration: 90 minutes
This lesson is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and strategies to cope with various types of urges, enhancing their ability to make healthier choices and control impulsive behaviors. It emphasizes the importance of patience, practice, and seeking support in this ongoing journey of self-improvement.
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Building and Maintaining Motivation in Recovery

Duration: 60 minutes
This lesson aims to empower individuals in recovery by enhancing their understanding of motivation and providing them with practical tools to maintain it throughout their recovery journey.
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Understanding the Neuroscience of Addiction

Duration: 60 minutes
This lesson delves into the neuroscience of addiction, exploring the biological and psychological processes that underpin addictive behaviors. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how addiction affects brain function, the role of various brain areas and neurotransmitters, and the interplay of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. This knowledge is crucial for devising more effective prevention and treatment strategies for substance use disorders.
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Building Motivation in Recovery Groups

Duration: 60 minutes
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Identifying Triggers

Duration: 60 minutes
Detailed lesson plan focused on identifying triggers, tailored for an educational setting such as a group therapy session or a workshop on mental health and addiction.
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