If you don’t handle your drug addiction properly, relapse can happen.
For those who struggle with drug addiction or alcohol addiction, relapse often becomes a fact of life. They rise up above the addiction only to be faced with the harsh reality of relapsing despite efforts to make positive change. Directors at many rehab centers report that it is not uncommon for them to admit patients who have already previously attended an inpatient drug rehab program but despite efforts to do well have failed and relapsed.
Relapse is affected by various different factors including the type of addiction, the severity of the addiction, and the time span between discharge and assessment. Additionally, the length of time that an addict is involved in drug rehab also plays a role in the likelihood of whether or not the individual will relapse.
Understanding that there are many different factors that can cause an individual to rise above addiction or to fall victim of drug addiction once again, many drug rehab centers now offer extended care options and treatment programs that last longer than the once traditional 30 days. In fact, most inpatient drug rehab centers now offer treatment programs that are at least 60 days and extend to 90 days and more. The increased length of treatment in a drug rehab center can make the difference between whether an addict later relapses or they stay sober for many years to come.
It is important to note that relapse is not an automatic sentence that commits an addict to a lifetime of drug abuse. Studies show that while only one third of addicts will recover from drug addiction without ever relapsing, the other two thirds still have a solid chance at a drug free life provided they have the commitment and willingness to continue working toward recovery.
Relapse is just another addition to the addiction equation. While research suggests that as many as 60% of all addicts will relapse at least once following a serious commitment to recovery, there is also research that suggests that 80% of those addicts who are particularly prone to relapse actually follow recovery guidelines and dedicate themselves to recovery but despite those efforts they continue to relapse multiple times before finally recovering and living without drugs and alcohol.
The bottom line – relapse is simply the rise and fall of drug addiction. 60% of all addicts that seek treatment for drug addiction will relapse at least once and many will find themselves victim of the rise and fall of drug addiction many times before finally recovering…but there is hope!
Drug and alcohol addiction is a serious issue that requires professional treatment in a rehab setting. Aetna Insurance can help cover all or part of your cost when seeking drug and alcohol addiction treatment. If you would like help finding a rehab center where you can receive safe, reliable care catered to your specific needs,….
There is mixed evidence as to whether drug addiction is actually predisposed by the genes or not but one thing that is known for sure is that addictive behavior is predisposed. What this means is that although actually being addicted to drugs may not be genetic there are genetic factors that play a role in….
Alcohol addiction doesn’t just happen over night yet still for some it’s just not something that is noticed right away. Alcohol addiction has many stages from the start of alcohol addiction to the final stages which can ultimately result in death. Left untreated, alcohol addiction can become a major crisis for both the alcoholic and….
One of the scariest parts of rehab is the idea that you have to go through it all alone and your family can also feel isolated by the idea of a rehab program, especially an inpatient one. It’s hard for people to know what role they are supposed to play when they don’t know very….
Heroin addiction results in many major health effects and can affect the brain both physically and psychologically. The drug addiction comes with various long-term effects that cannot be reversed as well as many different short-term effects. The affects of heroin on the central nervous system are felt nearly immediately after heroin is smoked, snorted or….
Syracuse has a new, state-funded addiction treatment center called the CUSE Recovery Community and Outreach Center. This facility will offer New Yorkers in the Syracuse area the chance to recover safely from opioid and other types of drug addiction syndromes. Among its treatment options will be peer group support, social games and activities, workforce training,….
So it’s time to go to rehab? You probably have a ton of things on your mind. You might be really concerned about whether or not you can do this. That is usually the primary concerns. But, another biggie is whether or not the facility you have chosen is the right one for you. Maybe….
Highly structured alcoholism treatment provided by The New Direction reduces free time in an effort to keep risky behaviors, cravings and anxiety at bay during the early days of sobriety. Studies show that structure and stability increase the chances of alcohol addiction recovery. The New Direction is proud to offer a highly structured treatment program….
The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety recently funded the making of three advertisements, which will be shown during Atlanta Braves baseball games. Among these are ads that promote following the speed limit, wearing one’s seatbelt, and perhaps most crucially, avoiding drunk driving. The DUI spot is especially important for sports fans to see, as watching….
For someone battling an alcohol abuse problem, the decision to enter alcohol rehab doesn’t come easily. Alcohol’s effects on the brain warp a person’s logic and reasoning abilities, so troubling circumstances or the negative consequences from drinking have likely brought about a change of heart in a big way. With the holidays well under way,….
Calls to numbers on a specific treatment center listing will be routed to that treatment center. Calls to any general helpline will be answered or returned by one of the treatment providers listed, each of which is a paid advertiser.
By calling the helpline you agree to the terms of use. We do not receive any commission or fee that is dependent upon which treatment provider a caller chooses. There is no obligation to enter treatment.
