05/12/2025
Even though you design and implement a tight screening/intake process, there are signs in each individual resident you must pay attention to when they present themselves. Every resident has their own recovery journey, therefore ONE SHOE DOES NOT FIT ALL. Also know that not everyone is ready and some are beyond your help. In some cases inpatient/psych hospital is strictly a must.
Please know your limits when offering help, my heart and prayers are with the victims and those suffering of untreated addiction/mental illnesses.
Some food for thought:
The four C's of addiction are a set of characteristics that describe the core elements of substance use disorders. These four C's include compulsion, control, craving, and consequences.
The "7 R's of recovery" are a framework for understanding and navigating the stages of recovery, particularly from addiction or mental health challenges. They generally involve Recognition, Responsibility, Regret, Restitution, Recovery Planning, Relapse Prevention, and Reconnection.
Here's a more detailed look:
1. Recognition:
Acknowledging that there is a problem and that help is needed.
2. Responsibility:
Taking ownership of the addiction or condition and understanding the impact it's had on oneself and others.
3. Regret:
Feeling remorse for past actions and behaviors related to the addiction or condition.
4. Restitution:
Making amends for harm caused and trying to restore relationships and situations.
5. Recovery Planning:
Creating a plan for ongoing recovery, including therapy, support groups, and other resources.
6. Relapse Prevention:
Developing strategies to prevent future relapses, such as identifying triggers and building coping mechanisms.
7. Reconnection:
Building healthy relationships and reconnecting with oneself, others, and life's purpose.
This framework emphasizes that recovery is a journey of self-discovery, personal responsibility, and building a new, fulfilling life.
