Is abstinence a necessary part of aftercare?

admin April 28, 2018

The goal of aftercare is to maintain your sobriety, so abstinence is expected. However, relapses are common for many people recovering from addiction. If you suffer a relapse or slip, you should not see this as a reason to abandon your aftercare programme. Instead, inform your therapist, counsellor or sponsor as quickly as you can, and use your existing aftercare framework to get back on track.