What are the 6 stages of recovery?

Recovery from addiction is a long and difficult journey. According to The Developmental Model of Recovery (DMR) developed by Terence Gorski, there are six stages people go through during recovery: transition, stabilization, early recovery, middle recovery, late recovery, and maintenance.

1. The first stage, transition, is when the person begins to realize that they have a problem and need to make a change. This is often the most difficult stage, as it requires the person to admit that they have a problem and are powerless over it.
2. The second stage, stabilization, is when the person begins to take action to change their life. This may involve getting treatment, attending support groups, and making lifestyle changes.
3. The third stage, early recovery, is when the person starts to see some progress in their recovery. They may start to feel better physically and emotionally, and their life may start to improve.
4. The fourth stage, middle recovery, is when the person continues to make progress in their recovery. They may start to feel more confident and have more self-esteem.
5. The fifth stage, late recovery, is when the person is close to or has reached their goal of recovery. They may start to feel like they have their life back and be able to enjoy life again.
6. The sixth and final stage, maintenance, is when the person has to work to keep their recovery. This may involve attending support groups, staying away from triggers, and making healthy lifestyle choices.