by OPTIONS ME | Jan 22, 2021
A volunteer, usually a peer, who provides support, encouragement, and guidance to promote sustained long-term recovery.
by OPTIONS ME | Jan 22, 2021
Slang term for the abrupt and complete cessation in intake of an addictive substance. It stems from the appearance of goosebumps on the skin often observable in addicted individuals when physiologically withdrawing from a substance.
by OPTIONS ME | Jan 22, 2021
Drug courts are problem-solving courts that operate under a specialized model in which the judiciary, prosecution, defense bar, probation, law enforcement, mental health, social service, and treatment communities work together to help non-violent offenders find...
by OPTIONS ME | Jan 22, 2021
The complete absence of symptoms or the presence of symptoms but below a specified threshold. An individual is considered to “in remission” if they once met criteria for a substance use disorder, but have not surpassed the threshold number of criteria within the past...
by OPTIONS ME | Jan 22, 2021
Someone may be considered in long term recovery after 5 years of continued remission; the point at which the risk of meeting criteria for a substance use disorder in the following year is no greater than that of the general population.
