Mental healthStress reliefSubstance use

What are tips for maintaining my sobriety when I'm faced with temptation?

Dec, 20152:41 watch
LearnHabit changeWhat are tips for maintaining my sobriety when I'm faced with temptation?

What are tips for maintaining my sobriety when I'm faced with temptation?

00:00
-00:00

To maintain sobriety when faced with temptation, plan around your triggers, use behavioral replacement therapy, and send loving kindness to those in your life. Psychotherapist Mike Dow, PsyD, shares strategies for resisting temptation.

Up next

What are tips for maintaining my sobriety when I'm faced with temptation?
2:41 - NOW PLAYING

What are tips for maintaining my sobriety when I'm faced with temptation?

Dec 10, 2015

As a former addict or alcoholic, how can I enjoy staying sober?
2:06

As a former addict or alcoholic, how can I enjoy staying sober?

Dec 10, 2015

Can I overcome an addiction on my own?
2:38

Can I overcome an addiction on my own?

Oct 7, 2014

How does replacement therapy help me break an addiction?
1:40

How does replacement therapy help me break an addiction?

Oct 7, 2014

Why are addictions so hard to break?
1:39

Why are addictions so hard to break?

Oct 29, 2012

How do I know if I'm addicted to something?
1:30

How do I know if I'm addicted to something?

Oct 7, 2014

How do I know if I'm ready to get treatment for my addiction?
1:36

How do I know if I'm ready to get treatment for my addiction?

Oct 7, 2014

Why should I avoid giving into food cravings?
1:30

Why should I avoid giving into food cravings?

Oct 29, 2012

Why does trying to resist something make us want it more?
1:30

Why does trying to resist something make us want it more?

Oct 29, 2012

How is substance abuse of prescription drugs treated?
1:30

How is substance abuse of prescription drugs treated?

Oct 30, 2012

What are some foods to have on hand if cravings hit?
0:49

What are some foods to have on hand if cravings hit?

Jan 14, 2026

Recommended for you

How to avoid a relapse during stressful times
Article
7 ways to instantly de-stress
Article
Walking is meditation in motion
Article
Top 9 ways to be an even better parent
Article
Psychiatry
8 tips for going back to school with ADHD
Article
AskMDHow can I be more consistent?
AskMd LogoAskMd Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.