Archive: Addiction Treatment Types, Alcohol, Detox, Drug Addiction, FAQ, Opioids, Relapse
Benefits of A Long-Term Addiction Treatment Program
January 13th, 2015Both the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a minimum of 90 days for the treatment of addiction to drugs and alcohol, as this period of time more accurately reflects the time required to overcome substance addiction. Long-term addiction treatment affords a more comprehensive approach to […]
The Dangers Of Two People In Recovery Starting A Relationship
January 7th, 2015It’s natural to want to share your recovery with someone else. You’re making positive strides, you’re experiencing a life outside of your addiction for the first time in months or years. It feels like a time to celebrate, but there are many threats to sobriety when two people in recovery begin a relationship. Knowing the […]
What Is The Addiction Severity Index?
December 30th, 2014The Addiction Severity Index (ASI) was developed by A. Thomas McLellan, a man known for his pioneering work in the field of addiction treatment and specifically the development of two interview-based modalities to measure addiction severity and treatment needs: the ASI and the Treatment Services Review (TSR). He also served as the Deputy Director of […]
Chemical Dependency & Family Relationships
December 23rd, 2014Each year millions of families are affected by chemical dependency. Unfortunately, it’s not all that surprising. Over the course of a lifetime, 82 percent of the US population will have tried alcohol, 62 percent will have smoked, 47% will have used illicit drugs including heroin and cocaine, and 41 percent will try marijuana. These individuals […]
What Causes Drug Addiction?
December 19th, 2014Drug addiction accounts for more than $600 billion in lost revenue, legal and health care costs, and damages each year in the United States alone. More than 110 people die each day from drug-related overdoses, and death from injury relating to alcohol or drug abuse is a leading cause of death in this country. There […]
Can My Loved One Come Visit Me In Rehab?
December 16th, 2014For some, entering treatment might mean leaving behind a toxic environment that encouraged their addiction. For others, it can benefit the family to see what life is like when the addicted person is removed from the household. Either way, for family, friends, and the drug- or alcohol-addicted person, that first week in treatment represents a […]
How Drug Addiction Affects Serotonin And Dopamine
December 2nd, 2014Drug and alcohol addiction are not matters of choice; they’re a matter of process. Depending on the type of drug and dose and even the person’s genetic make-up, drugs can take hold abruptly, or gradually, without warning, rendering the individual powerless to stop the addiction. How drug addiction affects serotonin and dopamine levels in the […]
The Benefits Of Online Recovery Support Groups
November 26th, 2014Benefits Of Recovery Support Groups Following Drug Treatment There are many benefits to support groups, in general. They help someone feel less isolated as they learn to cope with day-to-day routine. Support groups also highlight aspects of recovery that may not be covered during treatment, including the nuances of returning to life post-treatment for drug […]
Being Supportive Of Your Partner During Rehab Infographic
November 21st, 2014Learn more about Being Supportive Of Your Partner During Rehab illustrated with a visually stunning infographic that is easy to read and has a PDF version for you to download. Download PDF
What To Look For When Choosing An Inpatient Drug Rehab Center
November 19th, 2014What Makes Inpatient Drug Rehab Successful The intensity of the experience is what makes inpatient drug rehab so successful. Someone undergoing an inpatient treatment program will have access to support 24/7 for a period of 21 days or longer. A person in inpatient care will attend both individual and group counseling sessions, often on a […]
How Involved Should You Really Be With An Addict In The Family?
November 3rd, 2014When someone you love is suffering from an addiction to drugs or alcohol, it can leave you facing some tough choices about your level of involvement. Those facing addiction fair better when loved one’s aid in their recovery. They can also be instrumental in the success of an intervention. At the same time, you may […]
Lying Through Addiction: How To Tell When Someone Is On Drugs
October 29th, 2014Something to remember when considering whether or not someone you care about has a drug problem is that people whose minds are being affected by drugs often lie. Dishonesty is something you can usually count on experiencing when you’re attempting to help someone get into a treatment program or even when first asking them if […]
