Coping in Times of Tragedy
Posted on June 17, 2016
It can be challenging to stay sober when you're coping with tragedy.
This last year has been full of grief, tragedy, and challenge. We continue to grieve together and are finding that many people are experiencing anger, sadness, confusion, grief and anxiety. With a surge of emotions that arise in response to tragic events, it is understandable that some of us may experience temptations to return to our addictive behaviors in order to cope with stress and loss. It is important to understand that this is a normal reaction and a part of recovery. It is also important to know that while the urge may be there, we do not need to give in. Now is the time to call on those new coping tools we've been working on!
Some common reactions to tragic events:
Increased fear, anxiety and worry i...
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