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Fair Oaks Recovery Center blog articles on the topic of addiction recovery for individuals in recovery from drugs and/or alcohol. Here you will find information and resources on the subject.

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21
Aug

Other 12-Step Programs to Support Your Recovery

A vital part of an addiction rehabilitation program—and even some dual diagnosis treatment approaches—is working through a 12-Step program such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA). These and other peer support programs are essential to many aspects of establishing a life of purposeful recovery.  As this study points out, this camaraderie and support...
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14
Aug

What to Expect When Contacting a Recovery Center

Are you looking for a drug and alcohol treatment center for yourself or a loved one? When you reach out to a recovery center, be prepared to provide the intake worker with some information. The answers you provide will help you and the treatment center staff determine whether a particular facility is the best option....
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04
Aug

Relapse Prevention Techniques That Really Help

Completing a professional treatment program for substance use disorder (SUD) or alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a major achievement—but staying sober requires continuous effort, self-awareness, and the right tools. One of the most important parts of the recovery process is to use sustainable relapse prevention methods. Here are some of our favorites. 1. Know Your...
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17
Jul

12 Ways to Benefit From 12-Step Sponsorship

Recovery is rarely a solitary process. After treatment, many people find essential support and structure they need through 12-Step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA). One of the most impactful aspects of these programs is the sponsor-sponsee relationship. A sponsor is a person with at least one year of continuous sobriety...
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27
Jun

What It Means to Make Amends

Addiction is a brain disease, and one of its most devastating side effects is when a person travels a path marked by behaviors that conflict sharply with their true values and character. When substances take control, people may hurt those closest to them—through lies, broken promises, neglect, or even betrayal. The process of treatment and...
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24
Mar

Stop Hiccups in Recovery With H.A.L.T. Techniques

When you’re trying to manage your health successfully, knowing “life hacks” such as how to set meaningful goals or using habit stacking to improve your recovery routine really makes a difference. While the concept of H.A.L.T might have been introduced to you during treatment, it’s always helpful to have a refresher on this technique so...
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25
Feb

Using CBD Products in Recovery

In California, marijuana derived from the Cannabis sativa plant is legal for both medical and recreational use. Another cannabis product, hemp, is widely used to manufacture non-psychotropic cannabidiol (CBD) products such as capsules, creams, edibles, oils, and tinctures. Generally, they shouldn’t be produced with the same marijuana compound that creates a “high.” However, despite the...
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16
Jan

Understanding the Reasons Why Addiction Isn’t a Choice

One of the most prevailing myths about addiction is that someone who develops alcohol use disorder (AUD) or substance use disorder (SUD) simply doesn’t have any self-control, and that’s the reason for their disease. This thought continues to perpetuate the stigma, so it’s critical to explain how many catalysts cause addiction—and why finding individual solutions...
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22
Nov

Talking to Your Relatives About Recovery

As you consider spending time with relatives whom you might not see regularly, especially during the holiday season, it’s not always easy to be sure who knows what about your recovery journey. There could have been some gossip about you going into treatment. Or maybe not everyone is aware of your transformation into sobriety. Whether...
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04
Oct

10 Tips to Help You Be a Great Parent in Recovery

Being a parent is one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles a person can take on, filled with moments of joy, growth, and unconditional love. But for parents in recovery, the journey takes on even deeper significance. Fortunately, with the help of family therapy and resources from around the world, you can create meaningful,...
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