What to do when someone relapses

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(888)381-6994 Addiction specialist Dr. G discusses what to do when someone relapses and having a slip vs relapse. • To find out what happens in rehab: https://beginningstreatment.com/ • • Someone who has been sober for an amount of time develops a different level of tolerance to that drug. This can lead to many adverse and at times fatal results when someone relapses. • What is the difference between a slip vs relapse? A slip would be applied to someone's perception who would take a very minimal amount of a certain substance, for instance, an alcoholic who would take a sip of champagne. Unfortunately, in most cases, a slip can easily lead to a full blown relapse. A relapse is a repeated lapsing into using the drug of choice. • There are 3 important steps to take when someone relapses: • 1. Attention to medical condition attached to relapse. - A relapse needs to be taken very seriously because it can have adverse and likely be fatal. • 2. Attention to the psychological condition when someone relapses. - Someone who has relapsed is most likely going through some form of stress that has triggered them to relapse. • 3. Environmental Condition - When someone relapses it's a likely situation that their personal belongings such as wallet, valuables, car etc are not left in a safe environment. After assuring the individual is taken care of by a professional, A friend or a loved one should be encouraged to check on and take care of these belongings until the individual has recovered. • • Have you or a loved one relapsed or are suffering from addiction? Please do not wait to reach out to a professional. It can save yours or their lives. • To speak to an addiction professional please (888)381-6994 • or visit us online at www.BeginningsTreatment.com

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