How to Recognize Warning Signs of an Addict
Addiction. It’s a problem that is serious and can not be ignored. The disease of addiction does not only impact the person using the substances. It hurts the people closest to the user. An estimated number of 164 million people throughout the globe have used alcohol or drugs are some point. It’s quite likely that […]
How to Help a Loved One After an Addiction Relapse
Dealing with relapse in addiction is a reality for most individuals who are addicted to drugs or alcohol. We’re always hoping our loved ones can simply overcome addiction without serious long-term struggles. However, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, states that about 40-60% of individuals in recovery from addiction are affected by relapse. […]
A Compassionate Guide to Supporting an Addict
If you are reading this, it is likely because your life has been affected by an addict. Maybe the addict in your life is clean. Maybe not. Regardless, having a loved one with a substance abuse problem is difficult. There are plenty of questions surrounding how to help them while keeping your sanity. Those people […]
The Future of Arizona’s Tent City Jail – Addiction Treatment
The tent city jail is a state-operated jail facility in Arizona. In recent months, it has made its way on to headlines as a result of potential plans to transform the facility into a center for addiction treatment. The tent city jail is a facility that consists of several outdoor tents that prisoners reside in. […]
Stars Can Fall, Too: Country Singer Seeks Sobriety
Stereotypes are a part of life and there’s no denying it. For those who suffer from addiction- whether the individual or loved ones- those stereotypes are almost comical. Ask any of the hundreds of thousands of people in recovery who is at risk for addiction, and the answer is simple- anyone. From young kids to […]
Alternative Options for Low-Level Drug Offenders
The first of its kind in Massachusetts, a new program in Worcester shows promise to not only reduce the crime rate, but also help more people who need treatment for drug addiction. The Plan The Buyer Diversion Treatment Alternative has a big goal: to take those who have committed low level drug offenses, such as […]
Do Detox Treatment Centers Also Have Long-Term Treatment Options?
Addiction is a disorder that needs adequate care and efficient therapy to tackle it. Statistically, when getting help in a long-term rehabilitation program at detox treatment facilities, patients are more inclined to recover successfully. Several of these programs start with an initial period of detox in order to remove the drug’s impact on a persons’ […]
Overcoming Heroin Addiction with the Help of a Chemical Dependency Center
Treating a heroin addiction at a chemical dependency center is the first step toward long-term sobriety. At a reputable treatment center, patients can get help with withdrawal symptoms and remove the psychological grip of heroin. Many treatment centers offer therapy options to help address the underlying behaviors that contribute to the addiction. Detoxing at a […]
Accidental Addiction: How Opiate Addiction Can Begin [Infographic]
One of the reasons that accidental addiction are so widespread and problematic in the United States is that the addictions are often accidental. Individuals who may start out simply following their doctor’s orders can wind up abusing opiates, and it may not be through any fault or intent of their own. You need to better […]
How Residential Drug Treatment Programs Give Back to the Community
According to the University of Pennsylvania Health System, addictions cost corporations $93 billion a year in lower productivity and insurance premiums. Beyond the economic costs, alcohol and drugs play a role in 52% of car accident fatalities. While the cost of residential drug treatment programs is paid by families and addicted individuals, the cost of the […]
