Using the HALT Acronym During Recovery
The key to maintaining progress in recovery is a combination of self-care and self-awareness. By taking care of yourself and recognizing certain stressors, you can help prevent a relapse. One tool to identify stressors is the HALT acronym. HALT stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired.
Although HALT seems simple, you may be susceptible to several self-destructive behaviors, including relapse. Minimizing or ignoring the importance of eating right, identifying anger, seeking connectedness and getting appropriate sleep makes decision making difficult. The acronym reminds those in recovery to HALT, and it helps them identify any emotional triggers by periodically asking themselves, “Am I feeling too hungry, too angry, too lonely or too tired?” Ultimately, HALT can help alleviate the poor decision making that can lead to substance use or other self-destructive behaviors.
The Cleveland Clinic sums up HALT in this informative article and helps you understand how to use it during your recovery journey. Read the Article ›
Getting Help
If you or a health care professional you know is experiencing an alcohol or substance-use disorder, it’s crucial to get support immediately. Please reach out to the Nebraska Licensee Assistance Program (NE LAP) at (800) 851-2336 or (402) 354-8055 to begin the recovery process.
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