Saturday, 5 November 2016

Principles Applied For Addiction Recovery

By Peter Olson


People who have been addicted to drugs and alcohol for a long time, will no doubt it tough to kick the habit. Addiction recovery can be a slow process, but if you are motivated and disciplined, you will find that you are able to reach your goal. People have changed their lives around once they have reached this point, and have not looked back again.

People who have stopped using drugs and alcohol, have changed their entire lives around. They may have lost everything at one point, and found that they are now able to create a new life which is so much more rewarding. Obviously one needs the support of family and friends. If you don't have this, you need to connect with others in a group environment and this will help you through the tough times.

One also needs to be patient, because it is not something that will happen overnight. It is especially tough in the beginning. You will find that there are a lot of withdrawal symptoms that you will suffer from. You will be tempted from the outside world. This is why a lot of people go to a rehab center where they are treated by professionals.

In the beginning, you will also find that you are going to become depressed and anxious. Of course, this will vary from person to person. It will depend on the severity of the problem. Some people may be able to manage by going to an informal organization, such as alcoholics anonymous or narcotics anonymous. These organizations are very well organized.

Programs like these are also run all over the world, so you can attend meetings wherever you are. You will also be able to find a mentor, and this is a form of support, that is obviously necessary, especially in the beginning. The mentor you have would have been through what you are coping with, and they will be able to provide you with the right type of support.

You also have to decide what the right program is for you. This can depend on your budget. Some people are not able to afford a rehab center. There are community centers available which are very well run. These come in the form of groups which you can attend. They are run by qualified and experienced psychologists who are specialized in this area.

Therapists recommend that addicts return to a healthy lifestyle, along with a routine which will help them in their life. This will help prevent them from relapsing. A psychologist needs to help them plan this in the most effective way. It should include starting the day off with meditation or quiet time because this is going to let go of negative emotions that they will be carrying around with them.

A lot of people prefer one on one therapy. This can be for the person who is not as expressive. They addiction may have began as a result of some trauma in their life. This is something that they need to deal with along with a qualified therapist. This is essential, otherwise the addict is going to relapse, and find that alcohol or drugs is simply a form of comfort.




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