There are many different tools that rehabilitation centers can use to help people recover from addiction. One of the most effective tools that we use at San Antonio Recovery Center is fitness therapy. When used in tandem with group and individual therapy, this approach to treatment can help the individuals in our care heal and…
Morphine addiction is a large contributor to the opioid epidemic happening in the United States right now. Morphine is considered an opiate, which is a natural opioid made from opium. It’s commonly prescribed for pain management following a major injury or surgery. Unfortunately, it comes with a high risk for abuse. If you think you…
San Antonio Recovery Center is a full-service rehab center that specializes in alcohol and heroin addiction recovery. These addictions are especially prevalent in Texas and affect men and women alike. Addiction doesn’t discriminate, and neither do we. Our treatment programs are open to individuals of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Men who are struggling…
Sometimes, a gender-based program helps men and women loosen up and share their feelings. That’s why our men’s rehab center program in San Antonio, TX focuses on the unique male perspective. At San Antonio Recovery Center, we provide our clients with a safe space, and we concentrate on making you as comfortable as possible during…
It is easy enough to tell when someone has been drinking. Signs include slurred speech, lowered inhibitions, the smell of alcohol on their breath, and a lack of coordination. But to recognize a problem drinker, it may be a matter of adding up the out-of-sync behaviors over time, depending on how close one is to…
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are a class of drugs that doctors commonly prescribe to treat anxiety, panic attacks, and insomnia. While these medications can be helpful for those who take them as prescribed by their doctor, benzos can also be dangerous if misused. Therefore, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms of benzo abuse so…
Cocaine is a popular white powder snorted at parties, clubs, and festivals and is derived from the South American coca plant. This stimulant offers an immediate euphoric high that makes people more alert. Unfortunately, cocaine is highly addictive and often leads to crack cocaine use. People overdose on cocaine and crack cocaine every day. A…
Opioid abuse, such as prescription pain pills and heroin, is a growing problem in the United States. Misuse of opioids has become so prevalent that it is commonly referred to as “the opioid crisis.” Many different drugs fall under the classification of an opioid. Some have legitimate medical purposes, usually for pain management, while others…
Millions of people around the world struggle with mental health issues, with a substantial proportion of them being diagnosed with mood disorders. Mood disorders are a category of mental health diagnoses that include major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. There is a close association between mood disorders and addiction, with many people who suffer from…
Millions of Americans struggle with drug and alcohol use disorders each year. For many of these people, faith and religion are a vital part of getting sober and, more importantly, staying sober. Substance use disorders affect every facet of a person’s life, whether it be physical, mental, or emotional wellness. Faith allows them to have…