Drug or Alcohol Addiction Recovery: Causes of Relapse and How to Avoid It

Causes of Relapse and How to Avoid It

Drug or alcohol addiction recovery isn’t always a smooth process. Rather, it can be a bumpy road that involves many ups and downs before curing the addiction problem. Studies have shown that more than 60% of people will relapse when in recovery, at least once. However, a relapse or two doesn’t mean you’re back to …

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What Does Being “In Recovery” Mean?

What Does Being “In Recovery” Mean?

Recovering from addiction is a gradual and lifelong process. Even after months of rehabilitation, recovery will continue to be an evolving process. The phrase “in recovery” is often misinterpreted, misunderstood and overused. It’s true that “recovery” is lifelong. With appropriate supports in place, for many, the process of recovery becomes easier with the passage of …

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NA vs. AA: Which Is Best for Recovery?

NA vs. AA: Which Is Best for Recovery?

NA (Narcotics Anonymous) and AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) are two of the most influential and effective substance abuse recovery groups. Thousands of people have benefited from these two programs to cure their alcohol or drug addictions. The question is, how do these programs measure up against each other? Which program is right for you if you’re …

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