The Pros And Cons Of Relapse

Greg is an individual who has experienced a traumatic event while being intoxicated while being on the job. Greg was a paramedic and had come to a bad accident where a five-year-old boy was injured. The young boy had several injuries and Greg was responsible for providing him with the proper care. The unfortunate part is that Greg was intoxicated while on the job and he was not thinking clearly while making decisions involving the boys care; as a result, the boy’s death could have been prevented. This event turned Greg’s life upside down, this never would have happened if Greg would not have been intoxicated while being on the job.

According to WebMD, signs of alcohol dependence or addiction are not being able to quit drinking or control how much, the person may experience withdrawal symptoms, and you drink in the morning or are often drunk for long periods of time or drink alone (WebMD website, 2016, para. 3). As of result of Greg drinking, he needs to seek treatment so that he no longer harms himself or others. Those individuals who seek treatment also run the risk of having a relapse. Relapse is often defined as a return to drug use after a period of abstention (Capuzzi & Stauffer, 2016, p. 285). To avoid a relapse one should create a relapse prevention plan.

1. Tanya – Wife

2. AA Sponsor

3. Friends

4. Family

5. Church

What activities can I do to get my mind off from drinking alcohol?

1. Hunting

2. Fishing

3. Read a good book

4. Bike Ride

5. Go on a walk

What are the warning signs of a possible relapse?

1. Start thinking one drink will be no big deal.

2. Want to hang out with friends who drink.

3. Have the urge to purchase alcohol at the grocery store.

4. Feeling anxious.

5. Changes in attitude or temperament.

If I should relapse, I can contact these individuals:

1. Tanya – Wife

2. Church

3. AA sponsor

4. Friends

5. Family

I need to continue with these treatment methods in order to stay