by drsnipes | May 4, 2017 | Behavioral Interventions and Modification, Goal Setting, Uncategorized
The Common Pitfalls of Resolutions or Change Plans Failing to consider why you currently do (or do not) engage in certain behaviors. As humans, we naturally do things that are rewarding and avoid doing things that are not. One of the biggest problems people have when...
by drsnipes | May 4, 2017 | Relapse Prevention
Relapse is a process, it’s not an event that starts weeks or even months before the event of actual relapse (return to use). There are four stages of relapse: Emotional, Physical, Mental and Social.
by drsnipes | May 4, 2017 | Relapse Prevention, Uncategorized
The Four Ds This is a classic relapse prevention technique. The Ds stand for: Delay – Most urges and cravings rise and fall like waves in about 20 minutes you’ll generally find the cravings dissipate on their own. Distract – Craving time passes more quickly when...
by drsnipes | May 3, 2017 | Anger, Anxiety
1. Keep your house clutter free 2. Allow “wiggle-room” in your schedule 3. Get a pet 4. Maintain clear communication with house-members 5. Get up 15 minutes earlier for extra time 6. Lay out your clothes and book bag/brief case the night before 7. Set 2...
by drsnipes | May 1, 2017 | Spiritual Interventions
26 Jesus replied, “I assure you that you are looking for me not because you saw miraculous signs but because you ate all the food you wanted. Don’t work for the food that doesn’t last but for the food that endures for eternal life, which the Son of Man will give...
