Dallas, TX February 5, 2025 An increasing number of young adults in addiction recovery are choosing sober living homes instead of moving back in with family, a trend experts attribute to the need for structure, accountability, and peer support.

“Returning home after rehab can be challenging, especially if the environment isn’t conducive to recovery,” said Dr. Emily Carter, an addiction specialist at the Texas Recovery Institute. “Sober living homes offer a transitional space that fosters healthy routines and long-term sobriety.”

For Jake Thompson, 26, returning home wasn’t an option after completing rehab for opioid addiction. “I love my family, but being back in the same environment where I used to be was too triggering,” he said. “At RD Sober Living, I have structure, peer support, and a safe space to rebuild my life, and that makes all the difference.”

Sober Living and Relapse Rates

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, relapse rates for substance use disorders are between 40-60%.

A study published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs found that approximately 55% of sober living house residents reported substance use within six months after entry.

“Sober living homes aren’t just about staying drug-free,” said Parker Cates, program director at RD Sober Living in Dallas. “They teach responsibility, provide peer support, and help young adults gradually reintegrate into society without the immediate pressures that could lead to relapse.”

With relapse rates as high as 40-60% in the first year of recovery, addiction specialists urge families to consider sober living as a vital step in long-term sobriety.

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