It’s a tremendous accomplishment for someone to survive addiction and then get through an entire treatment process. As they walk out the door of rehab, the client has every right to feel a sense of pride. With that said, it’s also important that each person walking out that door realizes it’s only the initial stages…
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If you suffer from anxiety, then you also face a higher risk of drug or alcohol dependency. Accordingly, learning ways to relieve anxiety is an essential part of any recovery. Here are a few ways you can calm your anxiety, so you are better able to focus on treatment. Remove the Trigger One of the…
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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is the gold standard for substance abuse aftercare. You don’t have to be religious to participate in this program. Even so, it rubs some people the wrong way. Did you know that there are excellent alternatives for AA? The Tenets of AA AA encourages program participants to enter into communication with a…
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When family members or loved ones start abusing drugs, there are often telltale signs. Despite that, trying to pin down which drugs they use is hard when they suffer from polysubstance abuse. It’s the reason why seeking professional help is so important. However, what is polysubstance abuse, and how do experts treat it? What Is…
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For decades, the debate has raged over the notion addictions are diseases. Historically, experts would typically classify most addictions as a type of mental or psychological disorder, many time a behavioral disorder. The problem with this position is it fails to consider several factors found in what many experts agree are actual diseases. Therefore, answering…
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Codeine is a narcotic. Some people have found a way to abuse it recreationally. They mix it a syrup form into soda to mask the taste. It is commonly referred to as lean. Exactly what is lean, and is it an addictive drug? What is Lean? Therapists at a top quality Kansas substance abuse treatment…
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One treatment option for drug and alcohol users involves a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). What is partial hospitalization? It’s one of the final steps toward full recovery and allows clients to ease back into their normal lifestyle. If you are considering rehab, here are some things you should know about PHP. What is Partial Hospitalization?…
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If someone you care about struggles with alcohol addiction, then you might want to step in and help however you can. Even if you mean well, however, not all good intentions will truly be helpful. These tips can help you know how to help an alcoholic and how to step in and recognize the signs…
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When it comes to treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, you have options for inpatient vs outpatient care. Each offers benefits, so you should choose a program that best meets your needs. The experienced staff at our qualified facility will work with you to determine which level of care to provide. So, what is the…
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The Joint Commission Accreditation Awarded to Sunflower Wellness Retreat. Demonstrating its high quality services and operational standards, Sunflower Wellness Retreat has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. Sunflower Wellness Retreat (SWR) is committed to providing the highest quality Substance Use Disorder treatment available in the Kansas area. SWR delivers robust programming, a multitude…
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