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Relapse Prevention Program
Relapse Prevention
After withdrawal from any drug or alcohol, the main goal is to prevent it from happening again, known as Relapse Prevention. Most people seek therapies or treatments to reduce the chances of relapse after trying hard to leave the addiction. Relapse is derived from the term “Lapse,” which is less harmful than relapses. In the lapse phase, the drug or alcohol addict slips into their old habits, but it is short-term and temporary.
Conversely, relapse is a total reversion to addiction and a failure to maintain sobriety. Preventing the lapse phase can reduce the chances of complete relapse. Everyone, especially young adults, tries to overcome addiction and wants to live a healthy, drug-free life. Still, certain factors like having drug or alcohol gatherings or no one to take care of them can increase the lapse chances that lead to heavy drug usage, i.e., relapse.
Triggers of Relapse
Many triggers can increase relapse possibilities. Personal growth and development are needed to achieve some addiction recovery milestones gradually. If the addicts are distracted by the possible stimuli of getting the total reversion, they might face a complete failure.
These triggers include:
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Stress (any stressful situation about family or personal).
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Boredom (not engaging in activities at home or outside).
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Money (not having a sufficient amount or having financial problems).
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Relationship (facing issues in maintaining healthy relationships).
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Anger (feeling irritable or angry).
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People or places (exposure to the places and people they used to hang out with as an addict).
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Smells (experiencing the smells of the substance somewhere).
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Old habits (engaging in the previous bad habits).
Stages of Relapse
It is crucial in relapse prevention to know about gradual recovery. This needs an understanding of the relapse at the early stages and knowledge about its triggers and settings. There are three stages of relapse prevention.
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Emotional Phase
In this stage, the individuals do not think about retaking the drug, but they have a strong feeling bothering them about their last relapses. They isolate themselves and avoid meetings and gatherings, noticeable changes in sleeping and eating habits, and poor self-care.
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Mental Phase
In this stage, they are fighting between their positive and negative thoughts. They think about using it again and not sticking to the rehab program. They may experience drug cravings, plan a relapse, and lie to themselves and others.
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Physical Phase
In this stage, they start using drugs or alcohol again by taking it one time. They move from lapse (taking it once) to relapse (uncontrolled use). The emotional and mental relapse stages lead to physical deterioration and complete failure.
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Dr. Williams presently serves on the board of Directors for two non-profit service organizations. He holds a Master’s degree in Human Services from Lincoln University, Philadelphia, Pa, and a Ph.D. with a concentration in Clinical Psychology from Union Institute and University. In Cincinnati, Ohio. He is licensed to practice addictions counseling in both New Jersey and Connecticut and has a pending application as a practicing Psychologist in New Jersey.
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Relapse Prevention Techniques
Relapse prevention is a mixture that involves setting boundaries, short and long-term goals, and consistency. Many recoveries and relapse prevention facilities use these techniques to achieve sobriety and prevent the chances of uncontrolled usage of drugs or alcohol. The following relapse prevention skills can only be used if the person is fully motivated and desires to live a healthy drug or alcohol-free life.
Ask for Help
Most people start recovery by trying to do it on their own. They want to prove that they control their addiction and are not as unhealthy as people think. Many groups are working on addiction recovery and striving to maintain sobriety. Joining a self-help group has significantly increased the chances of long-term recovery. If you have thoughts of using drugs or alcohol again, maybe you are experiencing a lapse phase. Don’t ignore these signs and ask for professional help as soon as possible to prevent the physical stage of relapse.
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