Watching a loved one battle an addiction is never easy. You might be watching your child, parent, or sibling constantly deal with the consequences of addiction. Ultimately, your loved one will have to make the active decision to attend treatment in order for the program to truly work. However, you can use some strategies to…
Deciding to enroll in a rehab program is a critical first step to beginning life in recovery. After choosing to go to rehab, the next important decision is to find the right program. Blue Cross and many other health insurance carriers offer coverage for substance abuse treatment programs. Clients who would like to use their…
Sometimes certain environments trigger a desire to abuse drugs or alcohol in some people. It is not unusual for an individual who struggles with alcohol abuse to need to avoid bars and party atmospheres. People who struggle with drugs may find that they feel less included to use drugs if they avoid certain parts of…
Quitting alcohol cold turkey and without the benefit of medical support is both scary and dangerous. People who detox on their own are at risk of developing serious and potentially fatal withdrawal symptoms. In inpatient treatment for alcohol, detoxing is comfortable and infinitely easier. For many people, medically supported inpatient detox can also be much…
Many people think of recovery as a place where you arrive, but it’s better if you consider it a journey, as it’s ongoing. Thankfully, there’s support during and after treatment. As you walk this path in life, having a solid support system increases your chances of recovery. Insight in the Recovery Process If you’re new…
When a person is seeking treatment to break free from addiction to drugs or alcohol, they are to be commended. Taking the first steps to break free from substance abuse can feel scary, but the rewards are more than worth the cost. One of the most significant sources of apprehension about getting treatment for substance…
Detoxing is always the very first step in the recovery process. Whether you’re battling substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder, there’s absolutely no way to get started without it. Unfortunately, it’s also the most challenging and intimidating stage of recovery. Also referred to as withdrawal, detoxing is often fraught with painful and unpleasant physical…
Millions of people around the world suffer from addiction. A variety of substances, including drugs, alcohol, gambling, and even shopping, can lead to addiction, and the consequences can be devastating. It is common for addicts to lose their jobs, homes, and families due to their addictions. It is also possible for them to develop health…
Heroin is one of the most abused substances in the U.S., and heroin addiction affects people from all walks of life. The National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) estimates that nearly 80% of men and women with an addiction to heroin first started with opioid pain medication prescribed by a doctor. To get help for…