Can I Detox at Home?
Content Reviewed by Cameron Bolish, M.Ed., CEO of PaRC Despite common misconceptions, individuals rarely begin their treatment and recovery journey from substance use without proper detox. Detox is the process of ridding the body from the reminisce of alcohol and other drugs. In other words, it is the process of withdrawing an individual from active […]
Do I Need Inpatient Residential Treatment, or Can I Treat My Addiction at Home?
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands The field of mental health and addiction recovery treatment is on the rise, with more and more treatment centers opening up across the United States. With the increase in treatment resources, people have more opportunities to find a treatment program that best meets their needs. […]
Understanding Medical Detox
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Over time, chronic substance use can wreak havoc on an individual’s physical and mental health. Alcohol and other drugs interfere significantly with brain functioning, disturbing standard communication between brain regions and the cells within those regions. Chronic substance use persuades the mind and body to […]
Grounding Techniques to Calm Your Mind in Addiction Recovery
Updated on 3/2/2023 The grounding techniques outlined in this blog can help lower your anxiety levels. Addiction and anxiety are recognized as commonly co-occurring disorders. When a person self-medicates to quell anxiety symptoms, they increase their risk of becoming dependent and developing an addiction. On the other hand, a person may develop an anxiety disorder […]
Understanding Alcohol and Drug Detox
Updated on 06/04/24 Content Reviewed by Cameron Bolish, M.Ed. The initial stages of recovery involve you finding the right treatment program for you or your teen. There are several different types of recovery programs available to treat substance use disorder (SUD). For certain or severe circumstances of alcohol and drug use, detox is a vital […]
Dangers of Detoxing from Drugs or Alcohol at Home
Dangers of Detoxing from Drugs or Alcohol at Home Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu The common first step towards sobriety after seeking help is detoxing from the substances themselves. If you are considering doing this at home without the supervision and assistance of professionals, please reconsider. Detox can be a […]
Don’t Detox from Drugs or Alcohol Alone
Don’t Detox From Drugs or Alcohol Alone Updated on 2/3/2023 Don’t stop drinking or using substances on your own. There can be health risks that come with your decision to stop drinking alcohol or taking drugs. Choosing to go it on your own carries with it an increased risk of adverse health outcomes. Detoxing from […]
How to Detoxify Alcohol from the Body
How to Detoxify Alcohol from the Body If you are having a hard time controlling your alcohol use, chances are you have recognized that enough is enough and you need to finally quit. Frequent hangovers during the day, blacking out, saying and doing embarrassing things, and letting down the people around you can be a […]
Signs of Opioid Withdrawal
Signs of Opioid Withdrawal Opioid withdrawal is one of the more uncomfortable parts of treatment, but it is one of the most important. There are many signs of opioid withdrawal, the length and severity of which can vary from person to person. However, each detox experience almost always includes strong cravings. Symptoms can be mild, […]
What is Detoxing from Suboxone Like?
Suboxone is a medication used in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to support individuals transitioning from opioid addiction. However, it is possible to become addicted to Suboxone and detoxing from it can be uncomfortable due to withdrawal symptoms which may vary in severity and length depending on the addiction’s history. Recovery from Suboxone can be aided by […]