Taking the first step to seek treatment for substance abuse is a challenge. It takes courage, fortitude, and honesty to move forward and begin a treatment program. However, there are other obstacles to overcome during recovery, especially in the early stages of healing. Understanding what these challenges are will enable each person to be successful…
Clearly, since its arrival here in the U.S., the COVID-19 pandemic has increasingly wreaked havoc upon the American population and the U.S. healthcare system. However, according to recent CDC (Center for Disease Control) numbers, so has the opioid epidemic. Specifically, between May 2019 and April 2020, 76,000 people died from an opioid overdose, “setting 2020…
When struggling with an alcohol use issue, it’s critical to seek the treatment that will assist the patients in healing. Many different types of treatment programs exist to assist people with withdrawing from alcohol. Finding the best one for each patient will ensure they stick with it and can prevent relapse. When determining whether to…
When I first came to the doorstep of recovery, I’d convinced myself I was never going to have fun again. I had spent years and years, day after day, chasing after “the next high,” having left far behind as a distant memory the time when a game of dodgeball at the playground or looking at…
A study published in March 2020 in the Journal of the American Medical Association – Internal Medicine[1] shows the use of the nerve pain reliever gabapentin—with brand names such as Neurontin, Gralise, and Horizant—may be helpful in treating people with acute alcohol withdrawal symptoms. The study’s results also demonstrated gabapentin is effective in promoting abstinence…
When dealing with a substance abuse issue, addicted professionals must deal with it differently. Being a professional puts addiction in a completely different light and calls for distinctive addiction treatment solutions. There are many professionals who are addicted to some substance or another, but people often don’t realize the extent of their problem. Sometimes professionals…
Products made with cannabidiol, or CBD, a chemical in the cannabis plant, seem to be everywhere these days. But a recent Canadian study finds CBD won’t help cure a person’s cocaine addiction or benefit them during detox. Improving the treatment of cocaine addiction would be a blessing to many. According to the 2019 World Drug…
With addiction issues ravaging the country, treatment programs are essential to aid people in the recovery process. The 12 step program is one that many people find helpful as they begin their journey to healing from substance abuse. Contact our team today at 866.796.4720 to learn more about this addiction treatment option. What Is a…
If you’re anything like me — a person in recovery from a substance use disorder (aka addiction to alcohol and/or drugs) – you’ve had direct and likely protracted experience with the pain, loneliness, and despair that comes with the territory of having a chemical dependency. To help clarify any question you may have about the…
When you’re looking for a rehab facility, it’s critical to pick the right treatment center for you. Doing so can ensure that you’re getting the best treatment possible. However, there is a range of questions you should ask to ensure you’re getting the best treatment possible. To learn how to pick the right treatment center…