Recovery House understands the role that work plays in the life of each person. It is proven that the lack of independence, income, or work increases a person’s risk of depression, decreases self-esteem and confidence. These are all components that negatively impact the disease of addiction. Addiction already produces shame, regret, low self-esteem, and depression. A person who does not take steps to make external changes exponentially risks the development he needs to internally begin to psychologically deal with his addiction. Work is an immediate result of positive outcomes and is an individual measure of self-growth and confidence towards remaining in and overcoming the barriers of this disease.
