In the United States alone, millions of men and women over the age of 12 had a substance abuse disorder in 2018. This includes the use of alcohol, a substance that can be bought in grocery stores, corner shops, and liquor stores all around the country. Alcohol addiction destroys relationships, causes job loss, creates sometimes […]
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Sadly, one of the most daunting parts of starting addiction treatment is its cost. Many people struggle to get the help they need simply because they don’t know how they’ll pay for it. The good news is that the cost of going to rehab doesn’t have to be a major barrier to treatment. If you
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Those victorious over substance addictions deserve commendation. Sobriety, however, is a lifelong journey complete with challenges and obstacles. Such issues make relapse a possibility. Fortunately, however, a former dependent’s chances of succumbing to this potential pitfall may diminish with treatment. Relapse Overview People experiencing relapse re-commence drug or alcohol use following a period of abstinence.
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One of the biggest fears people have about visiting a rehabilitation center and getting treatment for their alcoholism is the fear of going through detox. When a person reaches the point that they are ready to get treatment, they usually reach rock bottom. They are willing to do whatever it takes to rebuild their lives.
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It is not always easy to get the help you need when facing addiction. Because substance use disorder and alcohol use disorder are so common and the effects addiction has on people are unique to them, there are a ton of treatment programs out there. The question is, how do you know which program is
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Although some addiction treatment is always better than no treatment at all, the risk of relapsing declines in direct relation to how much treatment a person receives. Spending one month in inpatient rehab is often referred to as “getting a good start”. Even three months spent on a closed, secure campus, and with access to
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A mental health treatment center is designed to help those experiencing a mental health crisis regain their equilibrium through competent, professional care. It is important to understand what to expect during treatment if you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues. There are many different centers and practices out there, so before
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Contrary to what many people think, relapsing in addiction recovery doesn’t actually have to entail a physical return to substance use. People are considered to be in relapse when they stop making recovery their top priority and stop engaging in the activities and behaviors that are part of their defined relapse prevention plans. For instance,
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Going “cold turkey” at home often seems like a smart and essentially foolproof choice. After all, most people start using drugs and alcohol without professional help and thus, they should be able to abstain without it. Unfortunately, this isn’t how detox works. Like most addicts, your brain and body are likely working far differently than
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The process of detox and rehab are very tough on the body. Depending on the length of time you were using, your nutrition may not have been ideal. No matter what condition you’re in when you enter rehab, your diet and fluid intake will have a huge impact on your mood and your well-being as
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