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Common Relapse Triggers in Addiction Recovery

The phrase “relapse trigger” can refer to anything that presents a challenge to a person’s recovery and makes them vulnerable to relapse. This could be a particular scenario or location, a person or group of people, or a mental or physical health issue. Stressful or upsetting situations are often relapse…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 3, 2019

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Partner Support Therapy for Addicted People’s Loved Ones

Addiction and concurrent mental health disorders rarely affect only one person. Those close to the addicted person must also cope with the emotional and mental damage caused by addictive behaviour. It is extremely painful to watch someone close to us struggle. It is also common for those close to an…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 22, 2019

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Addiction & Concurrent Disorders Treatment for Military & First Responders

At Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres, we are uniquely qualified to treat members of the military and first responders for addiction and concurrent mental health disorders. Our highly-qualified clinicians understand the specific challenges faced by people from these professional backgrounds. They are experienced in providing them with the best possible treatment.…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 17, 2019

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Setting Goals In Addiction Recovery

As we enter the new year, many of us will have made some resolutions that we hope to fulfill during 2019. This kind of goal-setting can be really useful and can help us to identify and achieve our ambitions. In addiction recovery, goal-setting can be a great method to use,…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 14, 2019

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Changing An Enabling Relationship

Our last blog discussed some of the common features of enabling relationships. These are co-dependent relationships between an addicted person and someone who is trying to support them. However, the wrong kind of support can ultimately have negative effects on both parties. If the addicted person does not have to…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 7, 2019

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What is An Enabling Relationship?

When someone close to us is struggling with addiction, we naturally want to do everything we can to support them. However, this compassionate instinct can ultimately result in enabling behaviour. Enabling behaviour means supporting the addicted person in a way that is ultimately damaging to you both. The behaviour leads…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 2, 2019

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The Benefits of Exercise in Addiction Recovery

During the winter months, it can be particularly difficult to get regular exercise. However, for people in recovery, it can really be worth the effort. There are a number of benefits to regular exercise which can be very supportive to recovery, which are discussed here. Managing Cravings Exercise helps to…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresDecember 28, 2018

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The Benefits of the Outdoors in Addiction Treatment

Spending time outdoors has been proven to have a range of positive psychological and physical effects. For people in recovery, these benefits can be of significant support. Particularly in remote, peaceful areas, the outdoors can be extremely calming and can provide healthy mental and physical energy. Time outdoors offers an…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresDecember 20, 2018

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Supporting an Addicted Loved One Over the Holidays

As we have discussed in our previous blogs, the holiday season can be difficult for people coping with addiction. Difficult family situations, triggering social events, hectic schedules and financial pressures can all contribute to challenging situations. Our most recent blog discussed the signs that a loved one may be struggling…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresDecember 16, 2018

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Signs That A Loved One May Be Addicted

As we enter the holiday season, it may be useful to consider some of the signs that a loved one may be dealing with addiction. Perhaps you are aware of their addiction problems and they have been in recovery. You may be uncertain as to whether they are addicted but…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresDecember 13, 2018

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