Holiday Relapse Prevention – Maintaining Sobriety When Faced With Trigger Situations and Stress Relapse is something every recovering addict has to face at one point or another. According the Journal of the American Medical Association, addicts in recovery have roughly a 40...
The relapse rate among drug abusers is high. Some people became addicts using legally prescribed painkillers. When the painkillers have been flushed from the body in detox, the pain returns. Without pain management help, this person will probably relapse. Knowing the relapse...
Recovering addicts know the danger zones they need to stay away from, but there are some relapse triggers that can sneak up on a person. Identifying triggers in addiction in extremely important to the person in recovery, and being aware of the...
Learn how practicing mindfulness in relapse prevention benefits recovery and improves quality of life Mindfulness in relapse prevention has become an integral part of cognitive therapy that patients receive in drug addiction treatment programs today. As noted in a 2014 study conducted...
Learn the signs of heroin relapse and get effective treatment early Are you concerned about a loved one’s ability to sustain their recovery from heroin addiction? Become familiar with signs of heroin relapse in order to make the determination if your loved...
Find out how to prevent painkiller addiction before you develop a problem If you or a loved one is suffering from pain that requires medical intervention, it is a good idea to learn how to prevent pain killer addiction before you start...
Learn how to prevent heroin relapse with the following tips Heroin is a difficult drug to stop using but it is not impossible. There are many success stories about people who have stopped taking the drug and stayed sober. But there are...
Make your sober resolution stick this holiday season with these 10 tips New Year is often thought to be a new beginning, a fresh start for many people. Putting the past behind us, New Year resolutions for people in recovery is a...
Learn the best ways to avoid holiday addiction relapse with the help of WhiteSands Treatment Center Holiday season is a wonderful time for people to celebrate their faith and gather with family and friends. It is a time for celebrations, parties and...
How to stay sober on Thanksgiving: tips for a sober Thanksgiving Thanksgiving celebrations are traditionally filled with food, family, and a lot of stress that can make it difficult to maintain your sobriety. Family gatherings, with all their associated emotion and drama,...
