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Heroin Relapse Prevention

Jan 06, 2017

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Larry Adler
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Page 1: Heroin Relapse Prevention

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Heroin

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Relapse is common in 66% of people attempting to stay clean for the first time.

A Common Threat

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The relapse process is marked by predictable and identifiable warning signs that begin long before a return to heroin use or relapse occurs.

The Fall Before a Relapse

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Moodiness, defensiveness, anxiety, and lack of focus on recovery often are warning signs of potential return to drug use. Emotional Turmoil

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Learn to identify and anticipate potentially dangerous relapse periods and situations with the following tips...

Keep a Watchful Eye

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Get honest with your sponsor or someone in your sober network. Talking to someone who understands and has been there just might keep you from a relapse.

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Distract yourself.Spend time with sober friends or family, take up a new hobby, or find volunteer opportunities that will allow you to focus on others rather than yourself.

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Take things one day at a time.Focus only on what you can do in the present moment, rather than months or years down the road.

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Try yoga or guided meditation.These practices have been shown to greatly improve recovery programs and the odds of maintaining sobriety.

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