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• Try an abstinence holiday from the ineffective behavior.
• Be open to an assessment and assistance from professionals.
Recovery from an ineffective behavior is possible, even for the most “hopeless” individuals. By making a choice to recover, developing a plan, seeking and accepting support from others, and taking recovery one day (or moment) at a time, you can do it. Start by being honest with yourself and others, practicing your skills to build a new life, and recognizing that for most people (probably including you!) recovery is an everyday commitment for life.
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