Is There a Link Between Unemployment and Relapse?

Unemployment and relapse are related, but having recovery support can help you prevent relapse and cope with major life changes.

Published March 22, 2022 Updated June 17, 2025

Researchers have long wondered about the connection between unemployment and relapse. For decades, they’ve studied the connection and determined that unemployment and relapse rates are related. However, there are several different factors to consider and one doesn’t always cause the other.

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