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Tip 89 Support System
The addict needs to have a strong support system where they can turn when they need help. This can include a doctor, a support group, or a mentor. All three of these support features can aid the addict in getting the right kind of help at a time when they need it.
A support group will help the addict to recognize the specifics of the addiction and have the knowledge and experience to help the addict during the most difficult phases of recovery. There are many things that the addict can share with the support group that they arent able to share with family and friends.
The network of people that you surround yourself with in your recovery process should be as strong and positive as possible. If there are negative people in your recovery program that are bringing down your enthusiasm you need to find at least five other people who have the success that you want and start spending time with them. Youll need to actively seek out those peers that have the same value system that you have so that your own beliefs are reinforced. |
