{"id":5471,"date":"2019-11-13T13:26:21","date_gmt":"2019-11-13T13:26:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/?p=5471"},"modified":"2023-04-09T11:18:25","modified_gmt":"2023-04-09T11:18:25","slug":"tips-on-how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-without-alcohol-and-drugs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/guides\/tips-on-how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-without-alcohol-and-drugs\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips on how to Enjoy the Holidays Without Alcohol and Drugs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/holiday_celebration_recovery.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Celebration and Recovery\" width=\"2101\" height=\"1402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/holiday_celebration_recovery.jpg 2100w, https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/holiday_celebration_recovery-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/holiday_celebration_recovery-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/holiday_celebration_recovery-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/holiday_celebration_recovery-1080x721.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2101px) 100vw, 2101px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>s provide an opportunity to celebrate life and practice gratitude, but this joyous time of year can also be dangerous for those who overindulge in drugs and alcohol abuse.\u00a0For instance, there were 5,505 drug overdose deaths that occurred in December of 2016, which was the highest number of overdose deaths throughout that year.\u00a0\u00a0Nearly 26% of unintentional drug overdose deaths in that year were among people between the ages of 25 and 34.<\/p>\n<p>Managing stress and removing yourself from social situations where alcohol and drugs are being used can prevent chances for potential relapse.\u00a0Here are some tips steps you and your loved ones can take to avoid relapse triggers and enjoy the\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>s without drugs and alcohol.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for Avoiding Substance Abuse on\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">Holiday<\/span>s<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Politely refuse when offered drugs and alcohol at\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0events, and devise a list of excuses to use if you feel uncomfortable or pressured by others to use these substances.<\/li>\n<li>Bring non-alcoholic beverages to parties and events where alcohol is being served.<\/li>\n<li>Spend more time with trusted and supportive loved ones who won\u2019t pressure or encourage you to use drugs and alcohol.<\/li>\n<li>Participate in local AA and NA support group meetings if recovering from addiction.<\/li>\n<li>Know how to identify and manage triggers if recovering from addiction to reduce the risk of relapse. If you need help identifying triggers, consider joining an\u00a0outpatient drug rehab program\u00a0that teaches you these skills.<\/li>\n<li>Manage stress using yoga, meditation, exercise, and other healthy\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/blog\/drug-addiction\/exercise-and-recreational-therapy-for-addiction-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">stress-management techniques<\/a>\u00a0to avoid the temptation to manage stress using drugs and alcohol.<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Make alternative\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0plans that don\u2019t involve drugs and alcohol, such as volunteering at a local charity or driving around to see\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0lights with relatives.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<h2>Medication Safety Tips During the\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">Holiday<\/span>s<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Use medications only as prescribed by your doctor \u2014 do not use higher doses or take medications more frequently than instructed.<\/li>\n<li>Do not use medications with alcohol or other drugs that can cause adverse reactions like an overdose. Deadly drug combinations include\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/blog\/top-7-signs-my-loved-one-is-abusing-xanax-or-other-benzodiazepines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">opioids and benzodiazepines<\/a>, and alcohol and benzodiazepines.<\/li>\n<li>Do not stop or change your dosing regimen without first discussing it with your doctor.<\/li>\n<li>Do not use medications prescribed to other people, and do not share your medications with others.<\/li>\n<li>Hide habit-forming medications like opioids, benzodiazepines, and stimulants away from others, since these drugs offer a risk for tolerance, dependence, and addiction.<\/li>\n<li>Flush unused medications down the toilet, or dispose of your drugs at a drug take-back event that is sponsored by your local pharmacy or law enforcement department.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>Keep in mind that there are\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/homelessness-programs-resources\/hpr-resources\/recognizing-holiday-triggers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">many\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0triggers of trauma<\/a>\u00a0that can incite substance abuse, including certain scents, songs, or rituals. In many cases, these triggers can even be interactions with friends and family. Be supportive when you can by advocating for your loved one\u2019s recovery, relieving social and familial expectations, and refrain from offering substances to someone who is in recovery.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">America\u2019s Rehab Campuses offer a range of therapies and addiction treatment programs to help you stay abstinent from drugs and alcohol during the\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>s. Fill out our free\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/insurance-verification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">insurance verification form<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about your benefits and deductibles and get started with professional addiction treatment today.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The\u00a0holidays provide an opportunity to celebrate life and practice gratitude, but this joyous time of year can also be dangerous for those who overindulge in drugs and alcohol abuse.\u00a0For instance, there were 5,505 drug overdose deaths that occurred in December of 2016, which was the highest number of overdose deaths throughout that year.\u00a0\u00a0Nearly 26% of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":5474,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<div><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/holiday_celebration_recovery.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Celebration and Recovery\" width=\"2101\" height=\"1402\" \/><\/p><p>The\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>s provide an opportunity to celebrate life and practice gratitude, but this joyous time of year can also be dangerous for those who overindulge in drugs and alcohol abuse.\u00a0For instance, there were 5,505 drug overdose deaths that occurred in December of 2016, which was the highest number of overdose deaths throughout that year.\u00a0\u00a0Nearly 26% of unintentional drug overdose deaths in that year were among people between the ages of 25 and 34.<\/p><p>Managing stress and removing yourself from social situations where alcohol and drugs are being used can prevent chances for potential relapse.\u00a0Here are some tips steps you and your loved ones can take to avoid relapse triggers and enjoy the\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>s without drugs and alcohol.<\/p><h2>Tips for Avoiding Substance Abuse on\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">Holiday<\/span>s<\/h2><ul><li>Politely refuse when offered drugs and alcohol at\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0events, and devise a list of excuses to use if you feel uncomfortable or pressured by others to use these substances.<\/li><li>Bring non-alcoholic beverages to parties and events where alcohol is being served.<\/li><li>Spend more time with trusted and supportive loved ones who won\u2019t pressure or encourage you to use drugs and alcohol.<\/li><li>Participate in local AA and NA support group meetings if recovering from addiction.<\/li><li>Know how to identify and manage triggers if recovering from addiction to reduce the risk of relapse. If you need help identifying triggers, consider joining an\u00a0outpatient drug rehab program\u00a0that teaches you these skills.<\/li><li>Manage stress using yoga, meditation, exercise, and other healthy\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/blog\/drug-addiction\/exercise-and-recreational-therapy-for-addiction-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">stress-management techniques<\/a>\u00a0to avoid the temptation to manage stress using drugs and alcohol.<\/li><li><div>Make alternative\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0plans that don\u2019t involve drugs and alcohol, such as volunteering at a local charity or driving around to see\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0lights with relatives.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div><h2>Medication Safety Tips During the\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">Holiday<\/span>s<\/h2><ul><li>Use medications only as prescribed by your doctor \u2014 do not use higher doses or take medications more frequently than instructed.<\/li><li>Do not use medications with alcohol or other drugs that can cause adverse reactions like an overdose. Deadly drug combinations include\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/blog\/top-7-signs-my-loved-one-is-abusing-xanax-or-other-benzodiazepines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">opioids and benzodiazepines<\/a>, and alcohol and benzodiazepines.<\/li><li>Do not stop or change your dosing regimen without first discussing it with your doctor.<\/li><li>Do not use medications prescribed to other people, and do not share your medications with others.<\/li><li>Hide habit-forming medications like opioids, benzodiazepines, and stimulants away from others, since these drugs offer a risk for tolerance, dependence, and addiction.<\/li><li>Flush unused medications down the toilet, or dispose of your drugs at a drug take-back event that is sponsored by your local pharmacy or law enforcement department.<\/li><\/ul><div>Keep in mind that there are\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/homelessness-programs-resources\/hpr-resources\/recognizing-holiday-triggers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">many\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>\u00a0triggers of trauma<\/a>\u00a0that can incite substance abuse, including certain scents, songs, or rituals. In many cases, these triggers can even be interactions with friends and family. Be supportive when you can by advocating for your loved one\u2019s recovery, relieving social and familial expectations, and refrain from offering substances to someone who is in recovery.<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><div><p dir=\"ltr\">America\u2019s Rehab Campuses offer a range of therapies and addiction treatment programs to help you stay abstinent from drugs and alcohol during the\u00a0<span class=\"markbsqipwdbo\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">holiday<\/span>s. Fill out our free\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/insurance-verification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\">insurance verification form<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about your benefits and deductibles and get started with professional addiction treatment today.<\/p><\/div>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[59],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5471"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5471"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5471\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5474"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5471"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5471"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.americasrehabcampuses.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5471"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}