Peer Recovery Coach Exam 2026 Questions and
Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
Specific Roles of Peer Recovery Support Specialists - CORRECT ANSWER-- An
Ally and Confidant
- A Motivator and Cheerleader
- A Role Model and Mentor
- A Truth Teller
- A Problem Solver
- A Resource Broker
- An Advocate
A peer recovery specialist is NOT a: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Therapist/Counselor
- Case Manager
- Nurse/Doctor
- Sponsor
- Clergy
,What is Recovery? - CORRECT ANSWER-1 - Recovery is a process of change
through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed
life and strive to reach their full potential.
2- Recovery is what people experience themselves as they become empowered to
manage their mental illness and/or substance use disorder in a manner that
allows them to achieve a meaningful life and a positive sense of belonging in their
community
4 Dimensions of Recovery - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Health: Managing one's
disease(s) as well as living in a physically and emotionally healthy way
2. Home: A stable and safe place to live
3. Purpose: Meaningful daily activities, such as a job, school, volunteerism, family
caretaking, or creative endeavors, and the independence, income and resources
to participate in society
4. Community: Relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship,
love, and hope
Guiding Principles of Recovery - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Emerges from Hope
2. Person-driven
3. Many pathways
4. Holistic
, 5. Supported by Peers and Allies
6. Supported Through Relationship and Social Networks
7. Culturally-Based and Influenced
8. Based on Respect
9. Supported by Addressing Trauma
10. Involves Individual, Family, and Community Strengths & Responsibilities
How A Recovery Orientation Differs from a Treatment Orientation - CORRECT
ANSWER-(see image)
What is Peer Recovery Support? - CORRECT ANSWER-peer recovery support is
provided by individuals with lived experience in recovery.
What is a Peer Recovery Specialist? - CORRECT ANSWER-A Peer Recovery
Specialist is an individual or family member who has lived experience with mental
illness and/or addiction to alcohol and other drugs, and has also completed
formal training, who provides one-one strengths-based support to peers in
recovery
Goals of Peer Recovery Support (6) - CORRECT ANSWER-- Instill hope
- Promote positive self-identity (reduce stigma*)
Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
Specific Roles of Peer Recovery Support Specialists - CORRECT ANSWER-- An
Ally and Confidant
- A Motivator and Cheerleader
- A Role Model and Mentor
- A Truth Teller
- A Problem Solver
- A Resource Broker
- An Advocate
A peer recovery specialist is NOT a: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Therapist/Counselor
- Case Manager
- Nurse/Doctor
- Sponsor
- Clergy
,What is Recovery? - CORRECT ANSWER-1 - Recovery is a process of change
through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed
life and strive to reach their full potential.
2- Recovery is what people experience themselves as they become empowered to
manage their mental illness and/or substance use disorder in a manner that
allows them to achieve a meaningful life and a positive sense of belonging in their
community
4 Dimensions of Recovery - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Health: Managing one's
disease(s) as well as living in a physically and emotionally healthy way
2. Home: A stable and safe place to live
3. Purpose: Meaningful daily activities, such as a job, school, volunteerism, family
caretaking, or creative endeavors, and the independence, income and resources
to participate in society
4. Community: Relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship,
love, and hope
Guiding Principles of Recovery - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Emerges from Hope
2. Person-driven
3. Many pathways
4. Holistic
, 5. Supported by Peers and Allies
6. Supported Through Relationship and Social Networks
7. Culturally-Based and Influenced
8. Based on Respect
9. Supported by Addressing Trauma
10. Involves Individual, Family, and Community Strengths & Responsibilities
How A Recovery Orientation Differs from a Treatment Orientation - CORRECT
ANSWER-(see image)
What is Peer Recovery Support? - CORRECT ANSWER-peer recovery support is
provided by individuals with lived experience in recovery.
What is a Peer Recovery Specialist? - CORRECT ANSWER-A Peer Recovery
Specialist is an individual or family member who has lived experience with mental
illness and/or addiction to alcohol and other drugs, and has also completed
formal training, who provides one-one strengths-based support to peers in
recovery
Goals of Peer Recovery Support (6) - CORRECT ANSWER-- Instill hope
- Promote positive self-identity (reduce stigma*)
