Understanding the Connection Between PTSD and Addiction
PTSD is a mental health disorder that can impact one’s physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being. Left untreated, PTSD can significantly interfere with your health, quality of life, and relationships. Unfortunately, some individuals with PTSD may also turn to abusing drugs and alcohol to cope with their symptoms. Keep reading to learn more about […]
The Importance of Self-Care in Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery can be filled with many ups and downs. It is an exciting journey as you overcome addiction and begin to lead a healthier life. However, recovery can also be tiring at times as you face triggers and learn how to resist them to maintain your sobriety. This is why self-care in addiction recovery […]
Is Suboxone Used for Alcohol Addiction?
Today, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) uses FDA-approved medications to help ease withdrawal symptoms for those in detox and to reduce cravings for those who are in recovery. There are many different medications that can be prescribed. So, is Suboxone used for alcohol addiction? What is Suboxone? Suboxone is comprised of two key medications: Suboxone is prescribed […]
How Easy Is It to Get Addicted to Alcohol?
Studies indicate that while a substantial percentage of the population drinks alcohol, only an average of 5% struggle with alcohol addiction. Research has found that genetics play the biggest role in your likelihood of developing an addiction, but anyone is capable of becoming addicted. With alcohol, it’s even easier to become addicted if you are […]
What is Outpatient Therapy for Depression?
Many people have heard the term outpatient treatment or outpatient therapy as it applies to substance abuse disorders, but it can also be used as a form of treatment for mental health disorders, particularly things like depression or anxiety. Outpatient therapy for depression can be helpful for someone who has mild depression, or it can […]
What Are The Benefits of Adventure Therapy?
There are many forms of holistic treatment that are becoming increasingly popular among substance use disorder treatment programs. Among them is adventure therapy, a type of treatment that involves participation in outdoor activities, those that are designed to promote better socialization within the group, personal self-esteem, skill building, healthy communication and problem solving. Adventure therapy […]
How Long is Intensive Outpatient Treatment?
If you or someone close to you is struggling with substance abuse, you have two main options when it comes to your programs: inpatient or outpatient. Among the categories of outpatient, you might see an Partial Day treatment program or Partial Day Treatment Program. But how long is Partial Day treatment? And how do you know if it’s […]
What Are The Different Types of Trauma Therapy?
Trauma affects one out of every three people, and of those, it’s not uncommon for people to experience multiple traumatic events. If you have experienced trauma in your childhood or adulthood, it’s important to get the right type of trauma therapy to help you process those emotions and move forward. But what are the different […]
How Long Does Alcohol Detox Take?
Alcohol is a legal drug that millions of people drink in the United States each year. Unfortunately, alcohol is an addictive substance, and an estimated 29 million people in the United States in 2023 reported struggling with an alcohol use disorder. Alcohol addiction can not only hurt your physical health, but harm your relationships, career, […]
How Long Does Fentanyl Withdrawal Last?
Fentanyl is a powerful, addictive substance that is highly potent. Not only does abusing fentanyl significantly increase your risk of overdose, but the withdrawal process can bring about uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. And, depending on the severity of addiction, withdrawal can be potentially life-threatening. In this article, you’ll learn more about how long does fentanyl withdrawal […]