Symptoms may be health problems, emotional problems,
(1).This warning list should be developed from past relapse experiences if any.
(2).From the list of warning signs, select five that you believe apply to you.
Each warning sign is actually a problem that
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the process of relapse is
occurring. These are signals that you give to
yourself and others that you are in danger of alcohol or drug use.
The problems may be from outside factors, or from within.
memory problems, or problems with
judgment and appropriate behavior.
It is necessary to develop a List of Personal Warning signs.
(3).Put these warning signs into your own words.
(4).Write a statement about each one that describes your own experience with this warning sign.
or warning signs that can lead them back to addictive use
Once you know and accept this fact, you can plan for the inevitable.
If you want to avoid a relapse, you will need to take each
warning sign that you have experienced in the past and
develop a plan for coping with it should it
reappear.
you need to prevent or solve once it occurs.
If you want to avoid problems, you will need to
review each warning sign and answer the question:
How can I prevent this
problem from happening?
the identified warning signs of relapse.
List several alternatives which will give more of a chance
of choosing the best solution and gives
you alternatives if the first choice does not work.
Practice each new response
until it becomes a habit.
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