I don't go around my old haunts or see any of my former drinking buddies. I now do things that I enjoy like surf fishing at Ocean Beach or just plain fishing in the Bay. He considers himself a football fanatic and is a diehard Raiders fan. He even watches stadium football on cable during the off season. Equally important to the treatment portion of the recovery process is aftercare - continued treatment and support for recovery.
Addiction is characterized by relapses.
In order to avoid a relapse, a person needs to continue attending support groups including AA, establish meaningful social relationships, participate in clean and sober activities and make sure of eating healthy foods and doing safe exercises. Addiction is a disease with no current medical cure, and recovery is a lifelong process requiring continued attention. It also means taking responsibility for one's physical health and positive mental attitude in order to feel healthy, look healthy, and enjoy life to the fullest. Aging is a natural, important stage of life. However, older people can contribute to their wellness by their choices in diet, exercise, rest, habits and attitude.