Early recovery
The first days and months
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What goes in a relapse prevention plan?
Counselors often recommend a written relapse prevention plan. What does a good one include?
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How do I find an AA or NA meeting, and what happens at the first one?
Going to a first meeting can feel intimidating. How do you find one, and what should you expect?
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How do I deal with boredom in early recovery?
Once the crisis passes, many people find the hardest part of early recovery is the empty time. What helps?
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How do I rebuild trust with my family after treatment?
Coming home from treatment, many people find their family is still wary. How is trust rebuilt?
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What is post-acute withdrawal (PAWS), and is it real?
Some people hear that withdrawal symptoms can last for months. What is post-acute withdrawal, and what can you do about it?
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How do I tell my employer I need time off for treatment?
Fear of losing a job keeps a lot of people from getting help. How does the conversation with an employer usually go, and what protections might apply?
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The first week home from residential treatment: what does a good day look like?
Families and people coming home from residential treatment are often nervous about the first weeks. What does a good day look like?
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Is there a version of recovery that isn't group meetings?
For introverts and people with social anxiety, a circle of chairs can feel impossible. Are there real alternatives to group meetings?
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