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Relapse Prevention Strategies for the Holidays

Relapse Prevention Strategies for the Holidays

Relapse prevention strategies are an important part of the sober lifestyle. These strategies are particularly important during the holiday season when many people celebrate with alcohol or substances. Being around loved ones during the holidays can be supportive for sobriety, but for some, going back home is triggering. Adapting one’s relapse prevention strategies for the holidays is important. These strategies should be similar to your everyday relapse prevention behaviors, but they may need to be altered due to traveling