Relapse prevention treatment of addictive diseases

Czech version

Authors: K. Nešpor ¹; A. Scheansová ²
Authors‘ workplace: Odděleni léčby závislostí – muži Primář: MUDr. Karel Nešpor, CSc. Psychiatrická léčebna Bohnice, Praha Ředitel: MUDr. Martin Hollý ¹; Institut postgraduálního vzdělávání ve zdravotnictví, Praha Ředitel: MUDr. Zdeněk Hadra ²
Published in: Prakt. Lék. 2010; 90(8): 483-485
Category: Of different specialties

Overview

Relapse prevention is a process which finds application primarily in the treatment of alcohol dependence and and in the combined dependence on alcohol and other substances. It can however be used in other areas. We offer here an overview of some ways to make the system more understandable for patients. The same or similar processes can be used in three ways:

to prevent the risky of mental states and craving,

to manage risky mental states, and

to cope with craving.

Preventive use of these procedures is beneficial in itself. It also allows learning these procedures well. Then they can be used in situations where the cognitive functions are weakened eg under the influence of strong emotions or in craving.

Key words:
Relapse prevention, addictive diseases, craving, mindfulness, lifestyle.

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