{"id":229132,"date":"2022-06-18T00:06:27","date_gmt":"2022-06-17T22:06:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=117198"},"modified":"2022-06-18T00:06:27","modified_gmt":"2022-06-17T22:06:27","slug":"recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis\/","title":{"rendered":"Recovery During a Pandemic: How to Overcome Addiction during the Coronavirus Crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1 \">\n<aside id=\"republication_tracker_tool-2\" class=\"republication_tracker_tool clearfix\">\n<h5 class=\"adtitle\">Republish for Free<\/h5>\n<div class=\"license\">\n<p><button name=\"Republish This Story\" id=\"cc-btn\" class=\"republication-tracker-tool-button\">Republish This Story<\/button><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"license\" rel=\"noreferrer license noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/4.0\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis.png\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"message\">\n<p>Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/aside>\n<p><span>A pandemic can disrupt almost every aspect of daily life, and unfortunately, this includes your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/what-we-treat\/\"><span>recovery from addiction<\/span><\/a><span>. Addiction affects people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and walks of life; if you\u2019re in recovery from addiction and haven\u2019t yet built up the strength to deal with a crisis, you\u2019re at risk of relapsing in the face of disaster. However, it\u2019s possible to maintain your sobriety during a pandemic even while helping others recover as well. This guide explains the best ways to handle a crisis while still being sober.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Denial<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>When you\u2019re experiencing denial, you might think that addiction isn\u2019t something that could happen to you. You may think of addicts as other people\u2014other people who aren\u2019t as smart or thoughtful or disciplined as you are. But addiction is not only for certain types of people. It can affect anyone, and it can destroy anyone who allows it to take hold. You have everything at stake if you engage in risky behaviour (i.e., activities like excessive drinking or binge eating). So remember: It takes one time\u2014just one time&nbsp; \u2014to get addicted. And once you become addicted, your life will never be the same again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Get Educated<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>One of the biggest problems with addiction is that most people don\u2019t fully understand it. Unfortunately, lack of understanding can lead to stigma, which in turn can create obstacles when recovering from an addiction. If you think you or someone you love is suffering from an addiction, there are many places you can go for help and support. Taking action before things get worse could make all of the difference in overcoming your problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to educate yourself about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/#\"><span>addiction and recovery. <\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/treatment-for-drug-and-alcohol-abuse-frequently-asked-questions\/\"><span>Understanding what addiction is<\/span><\/a><span>, how it works, and how people recover can help you or your loved one better manage your symptoms. You may even learn some simple lifestyle changes that will help keep you from falling back into old habits. In some cases, self-education can be more effective than a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/what-we-treat\/\"><span>formal treatment programme<\/span><\/a><span>. Remember that knowledge is power, so getting informed can be an important step on your road to recovery!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Understand<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>The biggest risk factor for developing drug or alcohol addiction is how early you begin using. If you start abusing drugs and alcohol before you turn 15, your chances of becoming addicted are about 20 times greater than if you wait until at least age 21. Knowing these facts can help make it easier to understand how addiction develops and why it\u2019s so tough to overcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Create an Action Plan<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>You can\u2019t predict when or where an epidemic will strike, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t prepare for it. If you have an addiction, your plan should include treatment options in different geographic areas, including at-home options. In addition to making sure you always have enough medications on hand, consider keeping other necessities on hand like painkillers and nutritional supplements if you know how these conditions will impact your recovery and well-being.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Know What You Are Looking For<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>It\u2019s easy to get overwhelmed by all of your options and make mistakes when trying to determine which <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/\"><span>treatment facility<\/span><\/a><span> will be best for you. And with so many options available, it can be tricky to decide where you want to go and what type of therapy will work best for you. Think about how often you\u2019ve heard someone say It\u2019s hard because I\u2019m an addict. If that\u2019s how addicts describe themselves, then we should look at addiction as something addicts suffer from rather than who they are as people. When trying to find <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/\"><span>addiction recovery centres near <\/span><\/a><span>you, do some research on what types of services they offer their patients and which ones might be most beneficial for your situation. Some things may sound great on paper but just not work for your situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recovering in a Community<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>When you\u2019re battling addiction, having support is crucial. Without it, even finding your way into rehab can be impossible; after all, most treatment centres aren\u2019t allowed to take you in if you still use. While everyone has their methods for beating addiction, joining an online or local community is one of the best ways to stay on track as you fight your demons\u2014and build new friendships along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Moving Forward<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>For those that are currently in recovery, staying on track when you don\u2019t have a strong support network is difficult. Recovery is easier with people around you who understand how vulnerable you feel. If your social network is solid, it may be beneficial to spend time with people you know will keep you on track. If it\u2019s not, reach out online and find like-minded individuals who can provide support and can help provide positive reinforcement for your efforts in sobriety. Staying sober while all around you seem to fall ill will be difficult\u2014so try to get some extra help where you can. Just remember, as bad as things seem now, they do get better!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recover from Your Addiction at Freeman House Recovery&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>Freeman House Recovery is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/#\"><span>treatment centre<\/span><\/a><span> that specialises in addiction recovery in all its forms. When you choose us, you can be sure that we will help you overcome your addictions and move towards living an active, happy life with your loved ones. We specialise in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/enquiries\/\"><span>treating people who are suffering from addiction<\/span><\/a><span> and associated mental health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What you Need to Know about Freeman House Recovery<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\"><span>Freeman House Recovery<\/span><\/a><span> is a drug and alcohol treatment facility in Hartebeespoort in Gauteng, South Africa. The rehab centre has proven highly effective in helping individuals start on their path to long-term recovery. In short, if you\u2019re looking for help with drug or alcohol addiction (or other forms of addiction for that matter), look no further than Freeman House Recovery \u2013 located at 7 Cloister Street, Meerhof, Hartbeespoort, 0216, South Africa, The team at Freeman House Recovery is available five days a week to answer your questions about themselves and their services as well as provide help finding solutions tailored specifically to your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>This article was first published at https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis\/<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Video:<\/strong> Recovery During a Pandemic: How to Overcome Addiction during the Coronavirus Crisis<\/p>\n<p><strong>More Info on Recovery During a Pandemic: How to Overcome Addiction during the Coronavirus Crisis here:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.freemanhouserecovery.com\/recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis\/<\/a><br \/><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/topclickmediasa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/topclickmediasa<\/a><br \/><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/topclickmediaSA\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/topclickmediaSA\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/mypr.co.za\/save-with-myprs-monthly-flat-fee\/\">CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"post-views-icon dashicons dashicons-chart-bar\"><\/span> <span class=\"post-views-label\">Press Release Views:<\/span> <span class=\"post-views-count\">141<\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-pagination pagination\">Pages: <span class=\"post-page-numbers current\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Page <\/span>1<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/recovery-during-a-pandemic-how-to-overcome-addiction-during-the-coronavirus-crisis\/2\/\" class=\"post-page-numbers\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Page <\/span>2<\/a><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\">Source: MyPR.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. 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