COVID-19 and Getting Treatment: Finding a Safe Place
COVID-19 and Getting Treatment: Finding a Safe Place Governments across the world put COVID-19 restrictions in place over a year ago. The toll of uncertainty, isolation and separation from friends or family is significant. You likely feel emotions like depression or anxiety because of the regulations. You may also turn to substances to help you […]
Life After Rehab
Anyone in recovery will tell you that coming home from treatment is only the beginning. After rehab, this next chapter presents a rare opportunity to rebuild your life by your own design. As you decide how you want to live, it can be particularly helpful to incorporate certain practices and ideals into your daily routine […]
Forty Days of Sobriety
Updated on 3/10/2023 Taking time to focus on yourself, your addiction and your choice to give up an unhealthy habit is important for your long-term sobriety and health for the rest of your life. Learning what to expect in treatment and about the right program for you (residential treatment, outpatient treatment or beginning with a […]
Alcohol Awareness Month: When to Get Help
Alcohol Awareness Month is a time to consider your alcohol use or the way another’s use is impacting your life. There are many misconceptions about alcohol addiction and justifications to regular drinking in our society. Guidelines from the Department of Health and Human Services can help you determine whether it’s time to get treatment for […]
Are You Ready to Begin Alcohol or Drug Treatment?
Are You Ready to Begin Alcohol or Drug Treatment? You duck out of the room to take a substance that can make you feel good, have more energy or hold you for a while. After a quick inspection of your eyes, nose and breath, you scan your exit, hoping to make it back before anyone […]
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Addiction
Updated on 01/17/23 When starting any treatment program, the first major step to a sober life may be detoxification. To successfully overcome a substance use disorder, it is imperative to rid the body of all drugs, alcohol and toxins to be able to successfully achieve sobriety. Once an individual stops using drugs and alcohol, they […]
4 Tips on How to be There for a Loved One During Treatment
4 Tips on How to be There for a Loved One During Treatment Updated on 06/04/24 If your loved one has made the difficult decision to go to treatment, you may be wondering what you can do to be there for them. This can be especially true if they are entering residential rehab or traveling […]
How to Ask Your Doctor About Addiction Treatment
How to Ask Your Doctor About Addiction Treatment Learning more information about the addiction treatment process can be difficult if you do not know where to start looking. One of the many places individuals may begin their search is with their primary care provider, which makes it important to know how to ask your doctor […]
How to Talk to Insurance Companies About Treatment
How to Talk to Insurance Companies About Treatment You are finally ready to get treatment for your addiction. Chances are, you have hit many roadblocks along the way of getting here. Not being ready, waiting for the right time, persistence from friends or family, or denial can keep people from getting the help they need. […]
When to Travel or Stay Local for Treatment
When to Travel or Stay Local for Treatment Addiction looks different for everybody. Some addictions are more severe than others, with different substances involved and all have different root causes. This is why there are so many different options available for addiction treatment. Some people may want inpatient treatment, while others may find that outpatient […]