These are two words that you will often hear in the context of recovery. Put simply, a slip is considered to be less serious than a relapse. A slip might be a single use of alcohol or drugs (for example, you may have an unplanned drink at a party). A relapse, on the other hand, is when you stop following your recovery plan or abandon it completely.
What’s the difference between a relapse and a slip?
April 4, 2018