Dual-diagnosis treatment is a style of care that is engineered to address both a substance abuse disorder and a co-occurring psychological issue. This type of care has grown in popularity over the past several decades because of its reputation for results. Patients who are suffering from an undiagnosed or untreated psychological disorder such as depression,…
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The toughest decision most addicts or alcoholics will ever make is usually the choice to turn off the road of self-destruction and accept help. After that initial consent is made, the next question is almost always this: How much help do I need and what type? The treatment landscape can seem a bit overwhelming to…
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Most research seems to indicate that alcohol has been with us nearly as long as human civilization. People have been consuming alcohol for at least 9,000 years. (1) It’s safe to say then that alcoholism has probably been around just about as long as that. Unfortunately, there was little proper understanding of the nature of…
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In its simplest form, a relapse prevention plan is a strategy to help a newly recovered person remain free of drugs and alcohol. Relapse prevention plans are typically designed by therapists or case managers and delivered when a patient completes drug and alcohol treatment. The primary goal of drug and alcohol rehab is to get…
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The realization that your child may be addicted to drugs or alcohol is a frightening prospect. As parents, we question how we can help a son or daughter overcome addiction. At first, many of us may be in denial about what is happening. As the truth becomes impossible to deny, we may find ourselves feeling…
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One of the tertiary consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a marked increased consumption of alcohol. U.S. alcohol sales have increased 55% during the pandemic. American adults report they are drinking 14% more often. (1) This may be a result of restaurants closing, teaching kids at home, and people making their drinks at home…
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Former First Lady, Michelle Obama, revealed last week that just like many other Americans, she is battling “low-grade depression.” According to recent polling, 1 out of 3 Americans are dealing with symptoms of stress and or anxiety. (1) It is easy to understand why in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jobs have been lost,…
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The War on Opiate Addiction Over the past 20 years, the United States has seen three major waves of opioid overdose deaths. The first began in the year 2000 when prescription opioid deaths began climbing year after year. The other two began more recently. Heroin overdose deaths began to increase rapidly in 2010. The third…
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Finding an addiction treatment center that best meets your needs can sometimes be a challenge. Insurance coverage or available financial resources often play a role in the decision. Location is often a factor as well for a variety of reasons. Here are some things to consider when deciding whether or not to travel for addiction…
DetailsDear Friends and Family, As we are sure you are aware COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) has now reached the level of an international pandemic. There is a lot of uncertainty and concern in the country. We assure that our medical and operational teams have secured the safety of our facilities and are actively taking preventative measures…
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