Tips to stay sober

GUIDELINES (TIPS) FOR THE DEPENDENT TO STAY SOBER  

1. A family contract should be drawn up outlining the steps to be taken in the recovery process and the roles of each fa-mily member and the dependent.

2. Review the contract with support systems on a regular basis and ensure that stipulations are being adhered to.

3. Stick committed to the after-care program.

4. Maintain the use of Antabuse for at least a year.

5. Join an after-care group.

6. Put quality into sobriety.

7. Absolute honesty with self and others is vital.

8. Recovery is a family process.

9. Work towards total acceptance. Develop the “so what!” approach. So what if you are an addict.

10. Enjoy your sobriety – live life!

 

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