Peer Support Specialist Certification Exam (2025
updated) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (DETAILED &
ELABORATED) fully solved
What are the 10 guiding principles of recovery? - (ANSWER)1.Person driven
2many pathways
3holistic
4peer support,
5relational
6culture
7address trauma,
8strengths/responsibility,
9 respect,
10Hope.
Many correct answer on the exam start with what we do in our role such as: -
(ANSWER)Help
Assist
Encourage
PSS never advice on less.... - (ANSWER)it is to speak with the doctor
PSS only educate on? - (ANSWER)American with disability laws
,What is the working definition of Recovery from mental disorders, and/or
substance use disorders? - (ANSWER)A process of changed through which in
individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self directed life and strive to
reach their full potential.
What are the stages of recovery? - (ANSWER)Withdrawal
early abstinence "honeymoon"
protracted abstinence "the wall "
adjustment, 120-180 days and resolution
Through the Recovery Support Strategic Initiative, SAMHSA's has delineated what
FOUR major dimensions that support a life in recovery? - (ANSWER)1.Health
2. Home
3.Purpose
4. Community
What is ambivalence? - (ANSWER)The state of having mixed feelings or
contradictory ideas about something.
The uncertainty and hesitation about fully committing to sobriety .
What does ADA stand for and what year was it passed? - (ANSWER)Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990
, What is motivational interviewing? - (ANSWER)a client-centered, directive
method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving
ambivalence
What is cognitive behavioral therapy CBT? - (ANSWER)Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy is a psycho-social intervention that aims to reduce symptoms of various
mental health conditions, primarily depression and anxiety disorders. Cognitive
behavioral therapy is one of the most effective means of treatment for substance
abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.
What is the addictive process? - (ANSWER)Introductory Phase
Maintenance phase
Disenchantment phase
Disaster phase
What is dialectic behavioral therapy DBT? - (ANSWER)Dialectical behavior
therapy is an evidence-based psychotherapy that began with efforts to treat
personality disorders and interpersonal conflicts. Evidence suggests that DBT can
be useful in treating mood disorders and suicidal ideation, as well as for changing
behavioral patterns such as self-harm and substance use.
What are recovery management skills? - (ANSWER)Personal life skills after
treatment:After treatment, individuals must learn to develop personal life skills,
such as communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills. These skills are
important for repairing past relationships, maintaining past relationships, and
developing new relationships.
updated) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (DETAILED &
ELABORATED) fully solved
What are the 10 guiding principles of recovery? - (ANSWER)1.Person driven
2many pathways
3holistic
4peer support,
5relational
6culture
7address trauma,
8strengths/responsibility,
9 respect,
10Hope.
Many correct answer on the exam start with what we do in our role such as: -
(ANSWER)Help
Assist
Encourage
PSS never advice on less.... - (ANSWER)it is to speak with the doctor
PSS only educate on? - (ANSWER)American with disability laws
,What is the working definition of Recovery from mental disorders, and/or
substance use disorders? - (ANSWER)A process of changed through which in
individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self directed life and strive to
reach their full potential.
What are the stages of recovery? - (ANSWER)Withdrawal
early abstinence "honeymoon"
protracted abstinence "the wall "
adjustment, 120-180 days and resolution
Through the Recovery Support Strategic Initiative, SAMHSA's has delineated what
FOUR major dimensions that support a life in recovery? - (ANSWER)1.Health
2. Home
3.Purpose
4. Community
What is ambivalence? - (ANSWER)The state of having mixed feelings or
contradictory ideas about something.
The uncertainty and hesitation about fully committing to sobriety .
What does ADA stand for and what year was it passed? - (ANSWER)Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990
, What is motivational interviewing? - (ANSWER)a client-centered, directive
method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving
ambivalence
What is cognitive behavioral therapy CBT? - (ANSWER)Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy is a psycho-social intervention that aims to reduce symptoms of various
mental health conditions, primarily depression and anxiety disorders. Cognitive
behavioral therapy is one of the most effective means of treatment for substance
abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.
What is the addictive process? - (ANSWER)Introductory Phase
Maintenance phase
Disenchantment phase
Disaster phase
What is dialectic behavioral therapy DBT? - (ANSWER)Dialectical behavior
therapy is an evidence-based psychotherapy that began with efforts to treat
personality disorders and interpersonal conflicts. Evidence suggests that DBT can
be useful in treating mood disorders and suicidal ideation, as well as for changing
behavioral patterns such as self-harm and substance use.
What are recovery management skills? - (ANSWER)Personal life skills after
treatment:After treatment, individuals must learn to develop personal life skills,
such as communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills. These skills are
important for repairing past relationships, maintaining past relationships, and
developing new relationships.
