Stay sober and maintain healthy romantic relationships

Jody Boulay

Special to the Village News

Recovering from addiction is different for each person. There are circumstances where a person in recovery feels a need to pursue romantic relationships. Valentine’s Day can often create emotions that spark this desire.

Generally, most health professionals recommend that people in early recovery from substance abuse wait about one year before pursuing a new relationship. However, there is no set-in-stone time limit, but it’s crucial never to lose sight of recovery goals.

California has done more to help people struggling with addiction. Between 2017 and...