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The first 90 days of alcohol rehab can be critical for those recovering from alcohol abuse, since this time period is when relapses are most likely to occur. Achieving 90 days of sobriety is a major milestone, which is why it’s important to stay on track for the first three months of treatment.
Plus, those who survive the first 90 days of alcohol rehab often fare better with achieving lifelong sobriety.
If you are suffering from substance abuse, understand you don’t have to overcome addiction on your own without help. Call the helpline at
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Here are six ways to survive your first 90 days at alcohol rehab and experience a fulfilling recovery.
1. Stick to a Daily Routine
Most rehab centers help patients establish daily routines from the beginning, which allows recovering addicts to stay on track with their treatment.
These routines often include daily exercise, therapy, regular meals, and more. Getting into a routine is helpful during recovery, and can teach you how to live a healthy, structured life after addiction treatment has ended.
2. Attend 12-Step Meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous encourages its members to attend 90 meetings in 90 days. This means AA members should attend one daily AA meeting, or more, as needed to overcome relapse triggers and other crises that drive the urge to drink.
Make 12-step meetings a priority to receive ongoing support from fellow AA members.
3. Connect With an AA Sponsor
Many AA groups will connect you with an AA sponsor who can help you at times of need, especially at your lowest moments when you feel you need to drink.
Shortly after arriving at rehab, establish a connection with an AA sponsor who can help you stay on the path to sobriety.
4. Create Short-Term Goals
Write a list of short-term goals you hope to accomplish throughout your first 90 days of rehab. Short-term goals are often far easier to accomplish than long-term goals.
For instance, commit yourself to discovering a new hobby to replace drinking by the end of the first 30 days.
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With the appropriate treatment and support, you can overcome your addiction to alcohol and live a healthier, happier life.
5. Improve Your Overall Health
Being in rehab is an ideal time to start exercising, improve your nutrition and get more sleep.
When practiced during rehab, these healthy lifestyle behaviors can accelerate your recovery. Establishing routines is a good way to support the mental clarity you need to conquer addiction. Ask your doctor and rehab staff for help with introducing these healthy habits into your current routine.
6. Recognize Triggers
Being able to recognize triggers that would drive your urge to drink can help you avoid these triggers in the future and learn how to manage them healthily. Take note of moments you feel like drinking, and write them down in your notebook or journal. Then, come up with healthy ways to handle these urges when they arise. For example, going for a walk or practicing deep breathing.
The staff at your inpatient alcohol rehab center will guide you through surviving rehab. They are available 24/7 and offer the support you need during the earliest days of recovery. If you are suffering from alcohol abuse, call the confidential helpline at
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to learn more about nearby alcohol rehab centers that can help.
Cary brings over three decades of nursing expertise as an LPN and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts. She is also working towards a Master’s degree focused on public health policy. Her professional journey has been dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities for both adults and children.
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