noun
- people who return to a former condition, especially after recovery from illness or improvement in behavior
Usage: medical; psychology
Examples
- The treatment center has a support group for relapsers.
- Studies show that relapsers often benefit from modified therapy approaches.
- The program tracks both first-time patients and relapsers.
- Relapsers in addiction recovery need additional counseling resources.
- The hospital developed special protocols for relapsers.
- Many relapsers struggle with feelings of shame and guilt.