A groundbreaking meta-study of over 5,000 papers led to the development of the CHIME model, an essential framework for understanding modern addiction recovery. The model outlines 13 defining characteristics of recovery, a personal recovery framework (from which CHIME gets its name), and the stages individuals move through on their recovery journey. Together, these elements offer a clear picture of how recovery works in 2025 and how professionals are adapting their treatment approaches accordingly.
Many recovery processes and methods have emerged over the years, but the CHIME model has become among the most widely used. Here's what you need to know...
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