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Surviving the Season: A Week-by-Week Recovery Roadmap from Thanksgiving to New Year's

Surviving the Season: A Week-by-Week Recovery Roadmap from Thanksgiving to New Year's

The stretch from late November through January 1st is widely recognized as one of the highest-risk periods for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders. Family gatherings, open bars, financial stress, and unresolved emotional histories converge in a matter of weeks. This practical, week-by-week guide offers concrete strategies, conversation scripts, and support-building tools to help you navigate the holiday season with your recovery intact.