If you do relapse while in an aftercare program, it’s important to remember that it doesn’t mean that you or the treatment failed. Setbacks are common with addiction recovery, so this simply means that you may need to re-enter treatment at a higher level of care. For example, if you were in outpatient treatment, a residential program may offer the structure and supervision you need. Relapse happens during recovery, but the goal of aftercare is to reduce this risk. If you do relapse, don’t hide it or wait to get help. Be honest and ask for help to ensure that you get back on track with your addiction recovery.