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…
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…
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…
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…
Detoxing from Alcohol is Not the Same as Addiction Treatment The Principles of Effective Treatment set forth by the National Institute on Drug Abuse make […]
Getting together with family and friends for the holidays can be a challenge for those in recovery. People need to know that there are some alternatives.
Holidays can be challenging for those in recovery. As family and friends of those dealing with addiction we need to do our part.
If you and your family member are going through withdrawal from alcohol, it can be a difficult journey. Knowing what to expect can help.
Alcoholism related issues are some of the most important issues gripping America today. Millions of people have trouble controlling their drinking at some point. The majority […]
Medically managed withdrawal and general treatment is a necessity for a successful patient at a Kansas Inpatient Drug Rehab Center.