Relapse doesn’t happen overnight. At the time of the relapse, it may feel like a sudden, unexpected reaction. You may think you had one moment of weakness, and at the same time, your substance of choice appeared. That’s not how it happens. Relapse prevention planning can help during this process. According to medical experts and researchers, relapse happens in three …
Have you ever been driving in a severe storm? You slow down and focus your attention on safety. You no longer hear the radio and conversations among passengers. You do feel pain in your hands, though. The pain is from the tight grip you have on your steering wheel. It’s so tight your knuckles are white. White knuckles represent many …
Relapsing is nothing to be ashamed of. Rather, it should be something we learn from. Here’s what to do after a relapse to lead to a successful recovery journey. Many people think of relapse as an event or a single action that serves as a setback. However, relapse is a process that happens over weeks, months, and sometimes years. A …
Overcoming addiction can be extremely difficult. It is essential to have a care team that understands your individualized needs and can create an addiction treatment plan for you. At Lakehouse Recovery Center, we are dedicated to providing you with the utmost care and support during recovery. There are many defining factors of addiction, including an uncontrollable desire to use a …
