Sober Houses: A Community Resource
Substance use disorders have the highest relapse rates of any other medical condition, with only 21% of those untreated and 43% of those treated achieving long-term sobriety (Moyer & Finney, 2002). Substance use affects an individual’s emotional, intellectual, and spiritual development and burdens friends, family, and the community. Although a person can successfully recover, it takes time, dedication, and ongoing support from all involved. This support looks differently depending on the severity and their needs. Lori Criss, Director of the Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services of Ohio, explains the challenge of recovery and how to address it when she said, “Who we spend our time with, where we go, and the things we surround ourselves [...]