Addiction treatment typically does not fall under a one size fits all approach. Every recovering dependent’s therapeutic plan is often dictated by their unique set of circumstances. In recognition of this problem, certain rehab facilities offer programs designed to help specific groups of people. One such type of initiative is known as a men’s rehab…
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A substance abuse treatment plan often involves different levels of care. Two you may have heard about are general outpatient and Intensive Outpatient or IOP. Both sound alike and even share some of the same characteristics. But despite being very similar, there are some key differences you should know about. What is an Intensive Outpatient…
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According to a study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), an estimated 23 million people in the U.S. have a substance use disorder. As a result, many have suffered numerous otherwise avoidable consequences, such as job loss, hospitalization, legal problems, broken relationships, and even being physically assaulted. Studies show that these unfortunate life…
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Maybe it started off as a recreational pastime or something to do with your pals on the weekend. Or, perhaps you were battling depression or some sort of mental anguish and decided to use drugs to numb the pain. Whichever the case, it has become an addiction that is leading your life in the wrong…
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One of the most serious types of substance use disorders involves opioids. Although these drugs are commonly prescribed legally by doctors to treat chronic pain associated with injuries and other medical conditions, they are highly addictive and can lead to misuse in some people. However, even after a person recognizes that they have a serious…
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MAT, or medication-assisted treatment, is an approach that focuses on the whole patient. The goal is to provide a comprehensive treatment involving medications, counseling, and behavioral therapies. FDA-approved medications are used in MAT, which is a clinically-based approach tailored to the patient’s needs. It is effective in treating a wide range of substance use disorders.…
DetailsWhen you or someone you love are suffering from addiction, whether to drugs or alcohol or both, it is important to know that help is available. There are a variety of addiction programs accessible to the public in every state, so it’s easy to find the help that you or your loved one needs. While…
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Perhaps you’re wondering whether inpatient or outpatient treatment is right for you if you’re struggling with addiction. Inpatient treatment requires you to live at the facility for the duration of your treatment. Outpatient treatment allows you to live at home, deal with your regular responsibilities, and attend therapy sessions at the facility. Both options have…
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Covering the costs of drug rehab can be daunting, to say the least. In fact, the cost is often perceived as the greatest barrier to addiction recovery. Consumers know that quality rehab services can be expensive, and most people expect the majority of these fees will have to be paid out-of-pocket. In reality, cost doesn’t…
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Addiction is a chronic, long-term disease. It doesn’t simply go away and it isn’t cured by treatment. However, whether you’ve been abusing drugs or alcohol, completing an outpatient rehab will create a stable foundation for success in addiction recovery. Rehab provides people with an important range of skills and tools that minimize the risk of…
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