Recovery from a drug addiction is not a simple process. For a great many addicts there may be multiple attempts at living a clean life and various attempts to complete Malibu drug treatment programs.
There are many different reasons for relapses, and there can be multiple factors involved in the return to the addictive behaviors. The most common causes of relapses include:
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Failure to complete the full Malibu drug treatment program
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Unexpected stressors, crisis or traumatic events after treatment
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Returning to the same environment and people associated with drug use
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Death, loss, or grief
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Undiagnosed issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD or other mental health issues
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Loneliness or social isolation
However, one of the biggest causes of relapse, and one which can help manage several of the factors listed above is failure to attend aftercare programs.
The Challenge
During your Malibu drug treatment in a top facility, you have a very controlled and predictable environment. This control is necessary for your ability to focus on yourself, your health, and your rehab treatment.
Also, during your Malibu drug treatment there are helpful people, supportive staff, and truly compassionate professionals and others in recovery to talk to when you are feeling overwhelmed.
The third factor is the environment itself to prevent access to drugs in any form other than those prescribed by the medical staff. There is no push to use or pressure to participate with the old crowd as will be present when returning home.
The Solution
The top Malibu drug treatment programs will ensure all patients are in an intensive aftercare or outpatient support service. Services can include regular meetings with a counselor, educational classes and group sessions to help maintain the level of emotional support needed to manage the challenges you face.
Participating in out-patient groups, which may be facilitated through your Malibu drug treatment program, is extremely important. These programs continue on from your in-patient treatment, helping you to cope, make necessary changes in life and have someone on your side to help prevent relapse.
It is essential to attend aftercare or outpatient Malibu drug treatment appointments and meetings on an ongoing basis. The research is clear that recovering addicts who spend time in after treatment care have a higher success rate in preventing relapses and living a clean and sober life.
At our Serenity Malibu drug treatment facility, we will work with you to ensure you have access to the aftercare services you need. To learn more about our programs and facility go to www.SerenityMalibuRehab.com.
