As more people than ever before continue to struggle with abuse of illicit substances or alcohol, the amount of resources available to help individuals in need continues to increase as well. Many people understand the benefit of entering into a detox or full-service rehab program. However, the benefits of engaging in sessions with a substance…
Working toward sobriety for yourself can be difficult, and trying to convince another adult to enter treatment is even harder to do. In consideration of how impulsive and irrational teens can be, convincing your son or daughter to stop drinking may seem like an impossible task. Thankfully, many rehabilitation facilities offer programs specifically designed for…
The first step in treatment for heroin or alcohol addiction is usually a substance abuse assessment. This screening determines the following about an individual’s addiction: If addiction exists Extent of the addiction Whether co-occurring conditions exist What facets of treatment should be included in a treatment plan Substance abuse assessments are usually privately conducted tests…
Recognizing drug use in a loved one can sometimes be tricky. To effectively help them get treatment, you’ll need to clearly identify their drug of choice and be able to confirm an abuse or addiction problem. Cocaine is a commonly known illicit drug derived from the coca plant, originally found in South America. When processed,…
If you’re wondering how to get off opiates, learning about detox and withdrawal should be your first step. From the outside looking in, it may seem like an easy task to just stop taking pain pills. However, the issue is that addiction is a much more powerful disease than many people know. Whether it’s you…
Now more than ever, the state of Texas struggles with alcohol addiction. Unfortunately, alcohol’s ubiquity makes the substance nearly impossible to avoid. Once you develop an alcohol addiction, professional treatment is necessary to successfully recover. Understanding how holistic therapy helps you recover is important when choosing the right drug addiction rehab. Detox Is Necessary Before…
Depression affects people across the country every day. Unfortunately, many people live year after year with undiagnosed depression. Whether someone suffers from seasonal depression or more frequent depressive episodes, there is help in San Antonio and across the state with qualified depression therapy programs. If you or someone in your life is showing signs of…
PTSD or post traumatic stress disorder affects people from all walks of life. Generally associated with combat veterans, PTSD can happen to virtually anyone, and at any stage of life. Therefore, recognizing, understanding, and treating PTSD is essential to overall wellbeing and health. Fortunately, an effective PTSD therapy program can help. If you or someone…
Today, alternative therapies are increasingly important tools for addiction recovery. In fact, studies show that by combining traditional behavioral therapy with alternative therapies like dance, art, and music therapy can reduce relapse, cravings, and help clients develop new ways to de-stress and cope with difficult emotions. In addition, music therapy is increasingly used in addiction…
Sober living homes are a great way for people to transition from inpatient rehab to home life. However, history, lifestyle, and gender dynamics can make some sober living homes difficult for women. Luckily, today there are sober living programs just for women. These homes provide safe, nurturing spaces for women to recover from drugs and…