An acronym for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired. When an addictAn individual with an unhealthy dependence on a substance or behavior. An individual remains an addict even years into recovery and must therefore remain active in recovery. Read more about drug & alcohol addiction & withdrawal at Withdrawal Info. More feels weak and as if a relapseRelapse in the context of 12-step programs refers to the act of reverting to harmful behaviors associated with addiction after a period of recovery. This return to substance use or compulsive behavior disrupts the recovery process and often leads to a resurgence of destructive patterns that the indi... More is a possibility, they are encouraged to examine I they are influenced by any of the feelings associated with H.A.L.T. Often when those basic needs are satisfied, the cravingThe urge to engage in the behavior you are addicted to, particularly when you have not done so for an extended period. These usually occur with greater frequency in the earlier years of recovery. More is more easily managed. Self-care is an important part of recoveryThe process by which addicts attempt to break the hold a certain substance or behavior has on their lives. This can refer to participation in a wide variety of methods. What they all have in common, is a sense that life is improving and the addict is regaining control. More.
See our list of common AA slogans and acronyms you might hear in the programThis refers to any official course of treatment for addiction. This could be anything from in-patient facilities, to 12-step programs to harm-reduction programs. More.