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…
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…
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…
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?…
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…
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…
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 […]
Style of Treatment Your chances of recovery can be greatly effected by the treatment procedures that will be used by the rehab facility. Does the facility […]
Holidays can be challenging for those in recovery. As family and friends of those dealing with addiction we need to do our part.
What Is An Addiction Center and Why You Need One, is an great blog post explaining addiction and what to expect when you go to an inpatient drug addiction center.