The value of addiction treatment aftercare participation

relapse and that aftercare treatment, particularly follow-up calls, can assist in the identification of clients at greatest risk of relapse.

Researchers concluded that patients who were more willing to engage in recovery-related activities were most likely to succeed in maintaining their sobriety. This means that those who continue to participate in aftercare activities have an advantage when it comes to maintaining their recovery, while those who do not participate are more susceptible to relapse and may require additional support.