When Addiction Takes over Everyday Life
Sometimes it happens gradually, sometimes suddenly. What started as something social or occasional can become a pattern that feels hard to break.
Alcohol, Drugs or Gambling — but the Feeling is Often the Same
What once brought joy, relaxation or excitement can gradually start to control your life more than you intended. You may notice that it is hard to stop, that relationships are affected, your finances take a hit, or that your thoughts constantly revolve around the next time. You may notice that you drink more and more often than you planned, that everyday life is impacted, relationships are harmed, or that you often feel guilt or anxiety afterwards.
Falling into addiction or substance misuse can happen to anyone — it is not about weakness, but about how the brain and body respond to alcohol, drugs or harmful gambling. The important thing is that you do not have to cope with it alone.
Whether it concerns alcohol, drugs or gambling, you can find pathways to a better everyday life. With the right support, it is possible to regain control and build a manageable future. It is never too late to start over.
You are not Alone
Thousands of people in Sweden struggle with the same problems, and many have found a path to change. Help is available, and the first step can be as simple as having the courage to talk to someone about your situation. For example, you can:
- Tell someone you trust — being alone makes it harder.
- Seek professional support — healthcare services, social services, or specialized treatment programs can help you.
- Set small goals — every step toward change is valuable.
- Be kind to yourself — addiction is an illness, not a failure.
“Fördelen med Previct är ju att jag har en behandlare som har koll på mig 24/7, dygnet runt i princip, jämfört med att jag träffar en behandlare inom kommunen tre timmar i veckan. När jag blåste så kunde jag även bevisa för familjen att jag inte hade druckit, för de litade inte längre på mig, jag hade ju ljugit för dem i över 20 år. De hade inte börjat att lita på mig bara för att jag hade varit på ett behandlingshem i 5 veckor. Jag tog med min familj i behandlingen och varje kväll fick min dotter vara med på bilden när jag blåste på Previct alkomätaren, det tyckte vi båda var roligt, och då visste hon också att pappa är nykter och kunde somna tryckt utan att behöva fundera om jag hade druckit eller inte. Förutom att jag gjorde tre blåstester varje dag fick jag också svara på frågor, som t.ex på morgonen kunde jag få en fråga om att vara kaptenen i mitt eget liv, och svara på en fråga; Vilken inställning ska jag ha idag; ska jag vara positiv eller negativ idag, och genom att bara klicka och svara att jag ska vara positiv idag och har jag ju där redan gjort ett val att vara positiv.”
Treatment Support—Right on your Phone
When you want to regain control of your life in relation to alcohol, gambling or drugs, Previct Care provides extra day-to-day support, right on your mobile phone.
You carry out much of the care yourself in your own environment, at times that suit you. With Previct Care you become more involved — it happens more on your terms and based on your circumstances. Your care provider receives real-time information on your sobriety, well-being and motivation, and can therefore support you in the best possible way.
You carry out daily sobriety tests, drug tests, or have your gambling monitored, depending on the support you need. Smart alcohol and drug testing is performed on your phone via an app with ID verification, enabling you to complete the tests yourself without physical supervision. Sobriety testing is done with a breathalyzer connected to the Previct app on your phone, and drug testing is performed using the phone’s camera, which scans the eye.
In addition to sobriety testing, you receive a personalized care plan that you create together with your care provider to support the development of positive habits and routines. Daily testing and regular reflection with exercises and tasks provide invaluable support in your treatment. Previct Care gives you the opportunity to take back control.
Benefits of Previct Care
Take control of your treatment in the way that suits you. In the app, you can track your well-being and complete tests, while your care provider offers support for motivation and long-term change.
Freedom
Support is always with you wherever you are — at home or at work — around the clock. It is tailored to your specific needs.
Motivation
Being able to prove your sobriety is an important part of regaining control, self-respect and self-confidence, as well as the trust of those around you.
Support
It is reassuring to know that you are not alone. Through remote monitoring, your care provider can follow your progress and you can receive prompt help when needed.
Do You Need Help?
Today, Previct Care — simple, discreet and motivating support — is available through most municipalities, as well as occupational health services and private healthcare providers. If you would like to know more, ask your municipality’s addiction services or contact us and we will tell you more.
