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by Change | 26 Nov 2009

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People attempting to overcome addiction have been warned that the arrival of the festive season could put their addiction recovery in jeopardy and have been advised to be on the lookout for signs that they could be slipping back into old habits.

Recovering addicts are being reminded to keep a watchful eye out for signs that they may be returning to bad ways during the holiday season.

As Thanksgiving arrives in the US to herald the start of the festive period, there will be many opportunities for people suffering from addiction to fall off the wagon over the weeks ahead, particularly if they suffer from an alcohol addiction.

That is because work events and friends' parties will often involve alcohol and for many addicts there will be a significant increase in the number of temptations around them.

However, experts from the rehab clinic the Mountainside addiction treatment Center have called on addicts to be more aware of these dangers and make efforts to avoid putting themselves in places of temptation.

Another alternative is for those suffering from addiction to get in touch with a rehab center to find support and advice during the festive period, so they can find the mental strength to cope with being in places where alcohol is freely available without being tempted.

Drink-driving is also a serious problem at this time of year, as many people take to their cars after enjoying a festive party without realizing they are over the limit.

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