How to Help a Loved One Prevent Relapse

Addiction relapse is an unfortunate reality of recovery. Any individual who is battling addiction must face the fact of relapse. However, not every individual in recovery relapses. As a matter of fact, an estimated half of all those individuals treated for an addiction for the first time, will not relapse and will remain successfully in Read More…

Alcohol Relapse Prevention

Can I Prevent Alcohol Relapse from Happening?

Relapse is a very common situation among recovering alcoholics. While a relapse can be prevented, it does require the individual with the addiction to be attentive and proactive so that they can avoid temptations and triggers to the best of their ability. Of course, it is not possible to avoid them all, but with care Read More…

A Helpful Relapse Prevention Plan for Teens

When a person with addiction relapses after a period of being clean and sober, it can feel devastating. Nearly 40-60% of people with addiction relapse. It is likely something a person will struggle with for the whole of recovery although some relapse only once. If a teen is diagnosed with addiction, it is possible the Read More…

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You Have the Power to Overcome Addiction

The power to overcome addiction comes from within oneself, starting with a desire to get healthy and well once and for all. Looking to the past only robs people of the future. Now is the time to focus on the future and use some tools to overcome addiction, once and for all. No Excuses It Read More…

Resilience

How to Manage Relapse Triggers

Finishing a substance use treatment program is a huge accomplishment in recovery. This marks the start of a lifelong journey. More than 50 percent of people with addiction in recovery relapse within four years of treatment with adolescents being at highest risk due to inexperience. Triggers are everywhere but some coping mechanisms can be learned Read More…

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What is Aftercare for Addiction Recovery

Once treatment ends, recovery begins which brings its own unique challenges. Sobriety is more than avoiding triggers and cravings. It helps to have an aftercare plan focused on developing a positive outlook, setting goals and being focused on achieving goals in sobriety. Secret to Success The secret to successful recovery requires a certain recipe, including: Read More…

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Preventing Relapse Through Self Care

Addiction relapse can be a frustrating experience for people who want to remain sober but the temptations are too great. Self care is a great way to attend to personal needs first and ensure recovery is put at the forefront of a person’s list to prevent relapse from happening. Why Self Care Matters The biggest Read More…

So I Relapsed; What Do I Do Now?

So I Relapsed; What Do I Do Now?

  Relapse can be a dirty word with a bad reputation but it happens more frequently than people think. Fear of a person’s life collapsing following relapse may occur but it does not mean person has failed. Learn how to stop relapse before it happens and learn what to do it if it happens so Read More…