A successful treatment program for addiction will encompass a number of complex elements that are designed to address the specifics of recovery.
One of the most important elements of recovery, that is often overlooked, is the building of a support system that will provide emotional and social stability upon returning to a normal life.
Human beings are social by nature, and while it is not always easy to admit, people need each other to perform optimally. For individuals who are recovering from an addiction, it will be important to establish a new network of friends and family that will replace those that were negative influences when they were using.
WHY BUILDING A NEW SUPPORT SYSTEM IS IMPORTANT IN ADDICTION RECOVERY
Building a strong and dependable support system has been proven to be one of the most fundamental elements that is integral to achieving a full recovery. Having people around you who know you, understand you, and care about your well-being will ensure that you don’t have to face challenges and obstacles on your own.
A support team will provide positive feedback, while holding you accountable for your actions.
THE DYNAMICS OF RECOVERY
While addiction impacts different groups in different ways, the dynamic of recovery is basically the same regardless of whether it involves teens, young adults or older individuals. Both men and women benefit from establishing a support system that will help them through the difficult moments that they will face along the road to full recovery.
HOW TO BUILD A STRONG SUPPORT NETWORK
One of the first things that you will need to do in order to build a strong support network is to ask for help. Asking for help during the treatment process can be difficult, especially for men who have a proclivity to be guided by their pride.
However, being able to ask for help opens the door for those who desire to be a part of your recovery to step into their supportive roles.
While there may be a number of people who want to be a part of your life during recovery, it will be important for you to choose wisely when determining who you will invite in. A person that will be an ideal candidate for your support network will be a person who is capable of giving good advice when you seek it.
The person must also have a high level of authentic concern for you and your well-being. Additionally, a good support partner will have the patience to allow you room for change and growth without being overly judgmental. At the same time, they will hold you accountable for your actions.
Having a strong support system will have an immense impact on the success of your recovery.
ASCEND RECOVERY ALUMNI
When you admit at Ascend, we welcome you to the family as an Alumni. We have staff dedicated to keep the connection with our Alumni with weekly calls for a month and monthly calls for a year after discharge. Our staff with help you get out and learn how to have fun in sobriety. We will walk you through on how to maintain healthy relationships. We want you to know and feel that you are not alone when you transition back to reality.
