Inspire Change Wellness Addiction? When To Get Help And What To Expect | Page 6

The stages of recovery The reasons for turning to drugs in the first instance vary greatly, with some people lead there by peer pressure and others using narcotic to cope with stress, anxiety or even loneliness. Whilst everyone's reasons are different, knowing the reasons why a person became dependant of a substance is a key step to a patients recovery. Not only will knowing the reason aid in treatment but it will also be a big help in preventative treatment, such as avoiding relapse and of course combating the underlining issue.