Originally Posted by
BackToSquareOne I can't help but notice that there is
absolutely nothing in SAMSHA's working definition of addiction recovery, which took a year to formulate, about
actually quitting getting drunk and/or high. They even say that there is "no set time requirement" for recovery, which effectively endorses endless procrastination on that crucial task.
Working Definition of Recovery
Recovery is a process of change whereby individuals work to improve their own health and wellness and to live a meaningful life in a community of their choice while striving to achieve their full potential....
There is no set time requirement for recovery as it is recognized that this is an individualized process whereby each person’s journey of recovery is unique and whereby each person in recovery chooses supports, ranging from clinical treatment to peer services that facilitate recovery.
I'm going to be the odd man out here, but I think this "working definition" is fundamentally lacking. How about this for a working definition of recovery?
Addiction Recovery:
Secure, permanent abstinence. No more getting drunk or high, ever.