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How to Create a Relapse Prevention Plan

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 8, 2020Updated: June 11, 2021Lasting recovery is a lifetime process. Even after receiving treatment, full sobriety is never guaranteed, as relapse triggers can arise when least expected. So, there are measures you can take to prevent these cravings from…

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Tips for Understanding What Makes a Relapse Prevention Plan Work

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 17, 2020Updated: August 7, 2020Drug abuse continues to be a problem throughout the United States and the world. Unfortunately, many people do not get the treatment that they need because they don’t want to admit that they have a…

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What Is Relapse, and What Can You Do About It?

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 10, 2020Updated: August 7, 2020When people first get sober, they picture a future without any drug or alcohol abuse. However, the reality is that substance use disorders are a chronic condition with a high potential of relapse. However, you…

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Identify and Treat Your Common Triggers In Addiction

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 3, 2020Updated: June 11, 2021There is a lot of misunderstanding surrounding drug and alcohol addiction. Many people believe that addicts choose to abuse substances as a part of their lifestyles. Others believe that it’s easy to quit drinking or…

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Valuable Tips for Relapse Prevention

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 24, 2020Updated: June 1, 2020The process for substance abuse recovery involves a never-ending journey. Even when you wish to remain sober, lingering aspects of physical and psychological dependency remain. People in recovery find themselves at risk of relapsing. Some…

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Women Should Learn About the Impact of Triggers and Recovery

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 6, 2020Updated: June 1, 2020Emotional triggers and recovery have a relationship; sobriety is more difficult, unless you know about these issues that can prevent you from reaching freedom from substance abuse. They may be certain words or places that…