Why is it so common for a person who’s been through substance abuse treatment to relapse?

Studies have shown that 60% and 85%+ of individuals experience a relapse during their recovery.  These specific occurrences listed below are some of the common reasons why individuals relapse. 

stress, fear, frustration, depression, anxiety,

• Exhaustion — they allow themselves to become overly tired, and over committed not prioritizing health, fitness and nutrition.
• A Negative emotion or experience resulting in stress, fear, frustration, depression, and/or anxiety.

• Excuse making.  Telling those around them and themself lies while making excuses.

• Impatience/ Frustration — They let themselves get frustrated when something isn’t happening fast enough, or become impatient with people.  Finding small, unimportant things that set them off.

• Self-Pity — they feel like a victim and refuse to acknowledge responsibilities.

• Arrogance — they think they have conquered addiction and put themselves in tempting situations.

• Complacency/ Boredom — they give up working with programs and fall short on commitment.

• Expecting too much — they can’t understand why everyone isn’t changing when they have put forth so much effort in their recovery.

What is the link between diet and substance abuse?

Substance abuse recovery requires a support team of counselors, therapist and numerous other health professionals.  In addition to that support team adhering to a nutrition plan that suppresses opiate receptors, reduces inflammation, and supports optimal pH balance will also decrease the relapse rate.  This nutrition plan is low in natural sugar, free of processed sugars, gluten and most dairy, it is rich in vegetables, some fruits, quality protein, heart healthy anti-inflammatory fats, and stable alkaline-based water. You can get a free week’s worth of menus at www.namedprogram.com.

How can family members support loved ones who struggle with substance abuse?

Family members should be educated on substance abuse, recovery and relapse signs and symptoms.  They can show support to their loved one by getting involved in support groups and therapy sessions, and helping that family member avoid temptation social situations.  They can come up with a plan of action to prioritize their health through exercise, nutrition, and stress management.

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