A
- Accountability
- Accountability in recovery refers to systems or relationships that help a person remain committed to sobriety. This may include recovery coaches, family involvement, monitoring tools, or structured recovery programs.
- Addiction
- Addiction is a condition in which a person continues using alcohol or drugs despite harmful consequences. It often involves difficulty controlling substance use and can affect physical health, relationships, and daily functioning.
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol use disorder is a medical condition characterized by an impaired ability to stop or control alcohol use despite negative consequences.
C
- Continuing Care
- Continuing care refers to recovery support that occurs after a person completes formal treatment such as inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation programs.
- Craving
- A craving is a strong urge or desire to use alcohol or drugs. Cravings are common during recovery and can occur in response to stress, emotions, or environmental triggers.
D
- Detox
- Detoxification, often called detox, is the process of clearing alcohol or drugs from the body while managing withdrawal symptoms under medical supervision.
P
- Peer Recovery Coach
- A peer recovery coach is a trained individual with personal experience in addiction recovery who supports others on their recovery journey through encouragement, accountability, and guidance.
R
- Recovery
- Recovery refers to the process of improving health and wellness while working toward a life free from problematic substance use.
- Relapse
- Relapse occurs when a person returns to alcohol or drug use after a period of sobriety.
- Relapse Prevention
- Relapse prevention involves strategies and support systems designed to help individuals maintain sobriety and reduce the likelihood of returning to substance use.
S
- Sobriety
- Sobriety generally refers to a state of living without the use of alcohol or drugs.
- Substance Use Disorder
- Substance use disorder is a condition in which the use of alcohol or drugs leads to significant impairment or distress.
- Support Network
- A support network includes family members, friends, recovery coaches, and other individuals who help someone maintain sobriety.
T
- Trigger
- A trigger is a situation, emotion, or environment that increases the urge to use alcohol or drugs.
V
- Virtual Recovery Support
- Virtual recovery support refers to recovery services provided remotely through video sessions, online tools, or digital communication.