Part of the recovery process is about recognizing relapse triggers and learning how to deal with them in a healthy way. A trigger is something that sets off a memory of an addict’s past use, transporting the person back to the event of her/his addiction.
Triggers are uniquely personal; different things trigger different people. It is recommended that addicts in early recovery avoid situations, people, places or things that trigger the flashbacks/memories and make them want to use again.
Contact UsAt Diamond House Detox center in San Francisco, we pride ourselves on providing a serene drug and alcohol addiction treatment environment where privacy and peace are the main priorities for our clients. Triggers can be external or internal and prompt subconscious urges to use drugs or alcohol. While external triggers refer to people, places, objects and situations, internal triggers refer to feelings. Common internal triggers include:
Often, this is exactly why we recommend addicts seek detox and treatment outside of the city in which they are from—away from familiar people and distractions that might derail them on their path towards recovery and a better life.
Diamond House Detox has been home to many San Francisco residents seeking a safe, private detox away from the Bay Area. Our luxurious San Francisco rehab accommodations allow personal space for rest, meditation and healing. At about 70 miles (1 hour and 15-minute drive) outside of the city, Diamond House Detox is an excellent choice for loved ones whose lives depend upon recovery.
All patients receive an in-depth and comprehensive psychiatric evaluation performed by a psychiatrist or a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in addiction. This evaluation is used to help in the assessment and diagnosis of any emotional, behavioral, developmental, or medical conditions contributing to substance use. The assessment will help us to diagnose and begin treatment for:
If you’re ready to begin your recovery process, don’t wait. Contact Us to find out about same-day admittance for drug and alcohol detox in San Francisco and Northern California. Urgent treatment is available, and it could be the call that saves your life.
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