Is a Loved One Struggling With Addiction? Here’s What You Can Do To Help

By |2023-09-06T16:55:29-04:00September 6th, 2023|Categories: Addiction, Health, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

Knowing how to interact with someone who has a drug or alcohol problem can be a real struggle. You may not know how to navigate the situation in a way that is kind but also respectful. Yelling or putting them down isn’t going to help either, so here’s what you can do to help your loved [...]

What to Expect From Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Treatment

By |2023-06-26T11:44:58-04:00June 26th, 2023|Categories: Addiction, Health, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , |

When a person with a substance use disorder first arrives at a rehab facility, they will be asked to complete an intake interview. They will be asked questions about their lifestyle, home environment, and level of drug or alcohol use. This will help staff members develop a treatment plan for them.   When a person with [...]

What is Detox?

By |2023-03-27T15:42:03-04:00March 27th, 2023|Categories: Addiction, Detox, Health, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , |

The word "detox" gets thrown around a lot these days, but what does it actually mean? In short, detoxification is the process of removing toxins from the body. These toxins can come from many different sources, including the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the products we use. Over time, these toxins can build [...]

What Are the Signs of Cocaine Addiction?

By |2022-07-05T13:17:46-04:00July 5th, 2022|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , , |

Did you know that almost half of the U.S. population 12 and older had tried an illicit drug of some form in 2020? Many users go from trying it once to being completely addicted. One of the most common illegal drugs is cocaine. While addiction has major consequences for both the user and loved ones, spotting [...]

Inpatient Care and Outpatient Care for Drug Detox

By |2021-07-29T14:17:55-04:00July 29th, 2021|Categories: Addiction, Detox, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

How to get through drug detox can be a trying experience for many people who are newly addicted or have been using drugs for some time. The reason this can be such a challenging and trying time is the fact that withdrawal symptoms are very real and intense. These symptoms make it difficult to sleep, eat, [...]

What Should You Look For in a Rehabilitation Center?

By |2021-01-13T15:42:56-05:00January 13th, 2021|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , |

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance abuse, then please know that you are not alone. There are countless people out there who suffer from similar issues and the good news is that there are treatment options available. When you start the process of looking for a rehabilitation center, you are going to [...]

Recover from Drug Abuse with Yoga Therapy in Rehab 

By |2020-11-19T22:15:59-05:00November 19th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Fit & Fab, Rehabilitation, Yoga|Tags: , , , , , |

Drug addiction and alcoholism has ruined the lives of many people. It is a complex condition where a person gets dependent upon the drug and alcohol for his survival. Substance abuse negatively affects the brain and body by creating the craving which unfortunately leads to many health issues like anxiety, bipolar disorder, loss of control, and [...]

The Best Ways to Show Self Love During Rehabilitation

By |2020-08-28T15:37:02-04:00August 28th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Fit & Fab, Rehabilitation, Self Care|Tags: , , |

Overcoming addiction is by no means easy — it may feel like the most difficult time in your life, especially during the withdrawal process. However, it's important to remember that you've taken a major step in the right direction by acknowledging your addiction, and an even more so if you've chosen to rehabilitate. Alongside finding a [...]

Why Holistic Therapy Is Important 

By |2021-03-02T15:29:06-05:00August 26th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Holistic Health, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

In most types of treatment, doctors focus on alleviating the patient's physical symptoms. By prescribing medication to prevent side effects, doctors help improve their patient's quality of life. However, some complex diseases manifest in ways that are subtle and nontransparent. This particularly applies to mental disorders. More than one in four people diagnosed with a mental [...]

How to Successfully Recover from Drug Addiction   

By |2020-08-03T16:30:28-04:00August 3rd, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

One of the coping mechanisms that some people resort to when dealing with problems is substance abuse or drug addiction. However, the effects are unpleasant, and this condition can lead to an imbalanced and unhealthy lifestyle, compromising a person's career, family life, and social life. If you or your loved one is suffering from substance abuse, [...]

3 Types of Addictions That Require Treatment

By |2020-07-16T17:20:25-04:00July 16th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , |

Although it may be hotly debated, addiction is a disease that can carry with it shame, humiliation, and embarrassment for those suffering from the debilitating disorder. Addiction alters the brain in a random series of complicated patterns that are still not fully understood. The random firing of the brain can lead to compulsive behavior, physical cravings, [...]

A Simple Guide to Overcoming Addiction

By |2020-07-10T21:06:56-04:00July 10th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthy Living, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

Did you know that almost 21 million Americans have at least one addiction? With so many people struggling, you or someone you know might be dealing with addiction. There are certain things that you should do when you are overcoming addiction that you might not be aware of.   There are certain things you should know and [...]

10 Positive and Helpful Things to Say to Someone in Rehab

By |2020-06-26T13:35:03-04:00June 26th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , , |

When a friend, family member, or romantic partner struggles with drug or alcohol addiction, communication is one of the first things to suffer. Up until now, it may be hard to communicate with each other without guilt, shame, fear, or anger looming over the conversation. But now that your loved one is committed into rehab, it’s [...]

Using Motivational Interviewing to Help Friends and Family  

By |2020-04-15T20:09:03-04:00April 15th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Counseling, Health & Wellness, Mental health, Rehabilitation|Tags: , |

When a loved one or a close friend is struggling with a problem that he or she won’t address, you want to do everything that you can to help. However, people are often very defensive when confronted with their own harmful behaviors and may altogether deny that they have a problem. Alternatively, they may acknowledge that [...]

Addiction Treatment Options: Which Level is Right for You?

By |2020-02-10T16:36:38-05:00February 4th, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthy Living, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

Addiction and substance abuse are challenging and complicated conditions to heal. Approximately 10% of the US population struggle with addiction. If someone in your world needs help with substance abuse, they have several levels of care and treatment to consider. This summary of addiction treatment options may help highlight the best path for your situation.   [...]

4 Qualities of An Excellent Rehab Center

By |2020-01-31T16:46:06-05:00January 31st, 2020|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

Substance abuse is not a new problem in the U.S. or indeed the world. A report by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) shows that there were 17.7 million Americans aged 12 years and above battling one form or another of substance abuse disorders in 2017. Many roads can lead to alcohol and [...]

Is My Loved One Hiding a Substance Abuse Issue?

By |2019-09-25T16:00:52-04:00September 25th, 2019|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , , |

Despite the immense stigma surrounding substance abuse, drug use is an all too common issue for both Americans and Canadians. In the US, the National Institute on Drug Abuse found that 24.6 million Americans aged 12 and older had used an illicit drug within the past month during 2013. According to the National Institute on Alcohol [...]

Can You Really Recover From Drug Abuse? 

By |2019-07-22T23:08:17-04:00July 22nd, 2019|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

Addiction is a complex mental condition, and a disorder manifested from a compulsive substance or behavior. Many drug abuse patients know the harmful consequences of these dangerous substances. However, the addictive nature of these compounds brings about the obsessive nature of the individual. Due to this behavior, you might wonder if it’s possible to recover from [...]

4 Important Steps You Must Take Now If You Have Relapsed

By |2019-06-10T15:13:53-04:00June 10th, 2019|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

A relapse, regardless of whether you believe or have been told it to be a simple, unavoidable part of recovery or not, is a setback, of that there is little doubt. In fact, it is not the relapse itself that affects your chances of a successful recovery from addiction, but how you actually respond to such [...]

What Can You Expect From Sober Living 

By |2019-06-05T17:54:55-04:00February 5th, 2019|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthy Living, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , , |

Sober living refers to the homes or shelter houses where individuals who previously had substance addiction can stay to help promote a sober way of life. These homes are most commonly known as halfway houses. Sober living homes tend to have a negative reputation of being a dumping ground of criminals or dangerous people and those [...]

What Is Ibogaine? 

By |2018-11-09T15:34:55-05:00November 9th, 2018|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

What is ibogaine? Ibogaine is a natural psychoactive substance found in the root bark of the African rain forest shrub Tabernanthe iboga. The iboga plant has been traditionally used by the Bwiti tribe in the Congo basin of Africa for healing purposes and shamanistic ritual ceremonies. Ibogaine is now becoming a popular method to treat addiction [...]

The Top 10 Benefits of Inpatient Alcohol and Drug Rehab

By |2018-09-16T20:29:49-04:00September 16th, 2018|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthy Living, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , |

There are numerous ways to beat a drug addiction -- from electing to go “cold turkey” to opting for some form of treatment at outpatient rehab. Others opt for what has been shown to be the safest route for individuals having problems with substance use: an inpatient drug rehab center.       Going [...]

What's Different about Non 12-Step Rehab and Recovery Programs? 

By |2018-09-15T22:27:41-04:00September 15th, 2018|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthy Living, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , , , |

When researching rehab facilities, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the wide variety of choice. Some centers may not offer what you’re looking for whereas others may be a perfect fit for your particular needs. Many people immediately think of Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous when deciding on rehab options, mainly because they both stem from [...]

Cocaine Addiction: The Journey to Recovery

By |2018-09-15T00:27:19-04:00September 15th, 2018|Categories: Addiction, Health & Wellness, Healthy Living, Rehabilitation|Tags: , , , |

According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) in 2015, around 1.5 million Americans use cocaine on a monthly basis. This represents a significant portion of American society although the fact is that the figures almost certainly don’t reveal the full truth. There are around [...]

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