Relapse prevention

👀 When and how to use Relapse Prevention? Check out the Core Intervention: Relapse Prevention.

Relapse Prevention Plan

1. Signals
   • What physical signals can you recognize when you are not doing well? e.g., back pain, headache, fatigue.
   • What psychological signals can you recognize when you are not doing well? e.g., overthinking, concentration problems, negative thoughts. 
   • What behavioral signals can you recognize when you are not doing well? e.g., poor sleep, withdrawal, not exercising anymore, increased alcohol consumption, overworking, becoming easily angered.
      
2. Risk Situations
   • What are your risk situations? What circumstances increase the chances of a relapse for you? e.g., peak weeks at work, family disputes, conflicts at work, moving, night shifts, a failed relationship, disappointment.
      
3. Traps
   • What are you inclined to think when you are not doing well? e.g., I am not important, I can't do it anyway.
   •  What are you inclined to do when you are not doing well? e.g., withdrawing instead of seeking support.
      

1. Coping Strategies
   • What helps you when you are struggling? e.g., self-encouragement, talking to others, challenging thoughts with a Thought Record, anti-rumination exercises, relaxation, taking breaks, physical activity.
      
2. Seeking Support or Help
   • Who can assist you when you are not doing well, and how can this person support you? e.g., someone to talk to, someone to laugh with, someone to motivate you, someone who won't judge you.