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Navigating Setbacks and Relapses

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November 6, 2023 | Mental Health, Recovery, Relapse Prevention, Substance Use

On the road to recovery and a brighter future, there may be setbacks and relapses. But stumbles and mistakes do not mean that we have failed, instead they represent a chance to reflect on our goals and identify areas of change and improvement.

This is especially true for people working to recover from substance use disorders. Alcohol and other drugs often have a powerful hold over us and removing them from our lives can be a serious challenge

Substance Use and Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions

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November 7, 2022 | Drugs, Mental Health Conditions, Substance Use

A substance use disorder (SUD) is a mental condition that causes sufferers to struggle to control their use of legal or illegal drugs and substances, like alcohol or prescription medication.