When you’ve recovered from an addiction, you have much to celebrate. You can look forward to a life that you’re in charge of, instead of a life controlled by addiction. But what happens when you relapse back into those negative behaviors? Are you destined to have a relapse? Is there any way to prevent relapses?…
When you are facing drug and alcohol addiction, nothing seems like it will give you your life back. It is true your life will be different once you are sober, but you will have the ability to control more of your life. One way to do this is to work on ensuring recovery happens long…
You’ve worked hard to gain sobriety. You’ve spent a lot of your time trying to manage your addiction, stopping the addiction, and healing your wounds. You are ready to get back to life, but you’re worried. What is a relapse? It is something that is going to happen to you? What can you do to…
If you’ve ever heard the opening chords of a song and been instantly transported back to your senior prom, then you’ve experienced the power of an emotional trigger. Additionally, if you’ve ever caught a fleeting waft of wild honeysuckle on the evening breeze and suddenly remembered your cousin’s outdoor wedding, that too was a trigger.…
Do you ever experience “FOMO,” or the “Fear of Missing Out”? This phenomenon, defined as ‘‘the uneasy and sometimes all-consuming feeling that you’re missing out – that your peers are doing, in the know about, or in possession of more or something better than you’’ – impacts nearly three-quarters of young adults. What is FOMO?…
After going through so much effort to become sober, the last thing anyone wants is a relapse. In an addiction treatment center, individuals can learn how to avoid relapse and stay in recovery. By learning how to manage triggers and cravings, clients have a better chance of staying clean over the long run. How to…
If you’re struggling with addiction, realizing you need help is the first hurdle you need to clear. From there, you need to find a drug rehab center that can provide you with the treatment you need for recovery. However, a common misconception surrounding treatment is that you can only choose from facilities in your area.…
Are you struggling with substance abuse? Has the abuse manifested into an addiction? When you need help, your first instinct isn’t always to take your time to look at your options. Instead, many will settle for the first Potomac MD rehab center they find near them. However, what you should do is take the time…
It’s exciting to know that the stigma is beginning to change surrounding addiction and addiction treatment. These days, more and more individuals are seeking help from professionals for addiction. If you’re looking for strategies that will facilitate long-term recovery, now is the time to recognize the role that relapse triggers can play in slowing down…
The prospect of experiencing a relapse is a huge fear for many people affected by substance abuse and addiction issues. While it is perfectly normal to be anxious about a setback, the best protection comes in the form of educating yourself about this process. The following material will address how to gain access to relapse…