In this new year, your thoughts are probably turning to your resolutions. If you’ve been struggling with a substance use disorder, this is a good time to consider setting sober goals. Whether this means participating in an addiction treatment program or maintaining your current recovery, setting goals can be important. Promises offers a variety of […]
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As with all chronic conditions, relapse is common after addiction treatment. It doesn’t mean that treatment was unsuccessful, but therapies and techniques may need to be adjusted. Programs that include relapse prevention therapy may help clients avoid emotional relapse and meet their recovery goals. Avoiding drugs and alcohol after treatment doesn’t happen by accident or
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Relapse is a common yet daunting aspect of the recovery journey. Understanding its stages can be a transformative step toward sustained healing. By grasping the different phases of relapse and developing effective prevention strategies, individuals can protect their progress and enhance their resilience. Let’s delve into the intricacies of relapse, offering insights into its causes,
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For many people attempting to recover from a drinking problem, relapse is an unfortunate part of the recovery process. Starting relapse prevention therapy can help you or a loved one prepare for the possibility of relapse, reduce your risk, and maintain your sobriety for years to come. Starting treatment with Promises can provide you with
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Recovering from addiction is a monumental step in reclaiming control over one’s life. However, maintaining sobriety is an ongoing process, fraught with challenges and the potential for relapse. Understanding the importance of relapse prevention is vital for anyone on this path. Let’s take a closer look at the causes of relapse, techniques for its prevention,
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Recovery from addiction is a journey fraught with challenges, and relapse is an ever-present danger. Various triggers in our daily lives, such as stress, social pressures, or even certain locations, can lead to a relapse. Recognizing the signs of a relapse and understanding how to navigate the journey post-relapse is crucial for anyone in early
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Perhaps the most complicated substance to detox from is the one most readily available: alcohol. You may have heard that alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous because of the possibility of developing complicated withdrawal. But what is complicated withdrawal? Learn more about withdrawal and addiction treatment by calling Promises at 844.875.5609. What Is Complicated Withdrawal? Complicated
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There’s an old saying that you’re only as old as you feel. But that’s just telling half of the story. When it comes to those of us of a “certain age,” whatever that age may be, who have been comfortably ensconced in our particular drug of choice for many a year, it may often mean
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Thinking about your fresh start after drug rehab may find you fondly reminiscing about the good old days. You may think about the times you caroused and partied with your “old friends” before getting serious and getting clean. But there’s an insidious danger in falling prey to these kinds of thoughts. And there’s definitely a
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Relapse prevention is an important part of substance abuse treatment. It helps individuals to better understand their triggers for relapse and develop strategies and approaches to manage those triggers more effectively. Relapse prevention also enables people to recognize the warning signs of relapse, which can help them take action before a full-blown relapse occurs. Learn
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