What are the Benefits of a Family Program?
There are many treatment facilities out there that offer the benefits of a family program in drug and alcohol rehab. The simple fact is that for most, addiction is a family matter. It affects not just the person who is using but the people around them, as well, and that is usually family members like […]
CBT vs DBT: What You Need to Know
CBT vs. DBT, what’s the difference? These abbreviations are standard in addiction treatment but may be difficult to understand, especially for family members such as parents. They may not have much experience with substance use disorder, so they are not familiar with the terminology. CBT and DBT are two treatments that you will likely see […]
How to Manage a Sober New Year’s
‘Tis the season for celebrating and for some that will mean a sober New Year’s. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that the number of people that die in alcohol-related car crashes rises exponentially with each New Year’s celebration. During the holiday season, 40 percent of deadly crashes involve drunk drivers. In addition, AAA […]
Stress Management Techniques
Stress is often considered one of the great dangers of the modern world. Its effect on your health and well-being can be very devastating. This problem is particularly an issue for those who experience addiction or high levels of anxiety. Therefore, you need to master stress management techniques. The Dangers of Stress Stress causes physical […]
Signs of Alcoholism
The signs of alcoholism are not always easy to detect. Some people can function with an addiction to alcohol for several years. Other people are good at hiding the problem. As a result, someone may not receive the treatment they need until they ‘hit bottom’ and ask for help. There are physical and psychological signs […]
Heroin Side Effects: Why You Need Recovery Today
Do you know someone who regularly uses heroin? Most of us do. Many of us have used it ourselves, And not surprisingly, many of us are still using it. Heroin is a drug that is much more affordable than it once was. It’s relatively easy to buy, and it makes people feel good for a […]
Inpatient Vs Outpatient: Which is Right for You?
Addiction recovery often takes one of two different forms: inpatient or outpatient care. The treatments provided at both are usually the same or very similar. However, each varies slightly in their approach. So, when choosing between inpatient vs outpatient, you need to be very careful and fully understand the benefits offered by both, as you may get […]
Types of Addiction Parents Should Look Out For
Addiction isn’t always easy to recognize in those we love. People who have an addiction may exhibit any range of behaviors depending on the types of addiction. But as a parent, you must know how to spot addiction in your child so that you can get them the help they need to overcome it. What […]
Talk Therapy and Your Adult Child
When your child is struggling emotionally, it may feel like everything has been said and done. Some of those words may have been hurtful and false. But when your child is facing mental health or emotional challenges, words may be the solution. Talk therapy may be just what they need. They can begin working through […]