Florida Drug Rehab Just Begins the Recovery Process

Drug addiction rehab is, at its essence, this is a program that helps you get clean and sober. It is, however, just the beginning of the recovery process. During drug rehab you learn about the disease of addiction, what your triggers are and how to avoid or deal with them, how to cope with cravings and urges to use, and how to take better care of yourself.

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You also begin the process of self-discovery, of uncovering long-hidden fears as well as misguided beliefs that may have contributed to holding you back from achieving your potential.

While you are in addiction treatment, you are in a safe, secure and supportive environment. This is so that you have the proper setting in which to begin the healing process, away from the distractions and pressures of your former circumstances.

 

The reason the treatment professionals at Florida drug rehab introduce you to the 12 Step program philosophy and get you started participating in 12 Step meetings is that research has proven that it is only by working your recovery that you will be able to be successful. By incorporating a 12 Step program introduction into drug rehab, you are laying the foundation for your being able to continue working the steps and helping to achieve long-term sobriety once you complete treatment and return home.

 

What you think you know about the 12 Step philosophy is irrelevant at the time you are introduced to it. The fact of the matter is that one of the most critical things you need to do if you want to have a reasonable chance at long-term sobriety is to develop a sound support network.

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Who Are These 12-Step People?

Just as the unknown is scary for each of us, when you have never experienced being in a 12 Step meeting, you may understandably be a little apprehensive. This holds true whether your first encounter with a 12 Step group is during drug rehab or when you look up a meeting near your home or work after you’ve completed treatment.

 

Who attends 12 Step meetings? Who are these people? The answer is that they are your neighbors and co-workers and friends – or people just like them. Addiction knows no boundaries. There is no demarcation line that’s drawn between the rich and famous and the suburban housewife or disadvantaged homeless person — not when it comes to addiction.

 

Anyone can become addicted. Young or old, man or woman, rich or poor, educated or not, of varying or no religious affiliation. Race doesn’t matter, since individuals of all races can equally become addicted. Political persuasion doesn’t matter, nor does social standing or occupation.

 

In short, the people who attend 12 Step meetings come from all walks of life. There are the newly-sober, those coming back into recovery after relapse, the long-time sober, and everything in-between.

One thing they all have in common is that they have come into the rooms because they want to maintain their sobriety – and they want to help support others with the same goal. No one will pry into your personal circumstances. You go by first name only. That’s why these groups have the word “Anonymous” in their names: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Marijuana Anonymous, Cocaine Anonymous, and so on.

 

Anonymity is part of the overall group philosophy. Members of 12-Step groups seek no personal recognition in the media and absolutely adhere to the anonymity basis of their philosophy.

So, if you are at all worried about who these people are who attend 12 -Step meetings and whether or not your personal identity will be compromised, you can dismiss those concerns right now.

 

Safe Haven adheres to the 12-step concept and clients are transported daily to outside meetings as a critical component of their treatment.  When you return to your family and community you will have a vital support group of people who will share their experience, strength and hope found everywhere around the world!