Outpatient Rehab: How Does it Work?
Addiction is a mental illness that affects millions of people and their loved ones. It can rob individuals of their health, relationships, and sense of self, leaving them feeling lost and hopeless. It can create a vicious cycle of physical and psychological dependence that can make it extremely difficult for individuals to quit on their…
Residential Treatment Centers for Addiction: Why Choose Them?
Substance use disorder (or addiction) is a common illness, with approximately 39 million people in America alone suffering from it. As such, there are many different types of treatment out there. However, time and time again, people struggling with addiction are advised to choose a residential treatment center or rehab. This has been true for…
These Common Misconceptions about Addicts are Harmful
Addiction is an illness that is misunderstood by many people. Some misconceptions regarding addiction can be harmless, as long as they are not imposed on people suffering with addiction. However, when it comes to the way people see addicts, misconceptions can cause real harm. It is important to dispel some of the harmful ideas about…
3 Reasons you need to live in the Moment after Rehab
Whether you are in a 12 Step Program or any other form of addiction treatment, you will have heard one common theme. To recover you need to live in the moment. In AA and NA they call this ‘Just for Today’. In other programs they link it to mindfulness and living in the present. But…
How Do You Know If You’re In Denial?
Has someone told you that you have a drinking problem? If so, did you believe them? One of the most common responses to alcoholism is denial, but figuring out if you’re in denial is tricky territory. Denial is a coping mechanism alcoholics use when the problem itself feels too big to confront. Admitting to yourself…
Look out for these Red Flags when dating as a Recovering Addict
Recovering from addiction is a complex process that impacts every aspect of your life. One area in which many addicts struggle is dating. Unhealthy relationships can sabotage your recovery, whether that is because your partner becomes an enabler or because they cause you pain and trigger you. A particularly toxic person may even be rooting…
How are Eating Disorders and Addiction Connected?
Many people have noticed similarities between eating disorders and addictions. Indeed, eating disorders are some of the most common co-occurring disorders with addiction. In other words, people suffering with alcoholism or drug addiction are often suffering with eating disorders at the same time. Why is this the case? Is there really a connection between eating…
What is the Role of Individual Therapy at a Rehab?
In the context of conquering addiction, Individual Therapy emerges as a pivotal technique, involving intimate sessions wherein therapists connect with patients on a one-on-one basis. This method empowers individuals to confront their unique challenges head-on and devise personalized coping strategies. This comprehensive article navigates the domain of individual treatment, dissecting its core, mechanics, merits, and…
5 Best Houseplants to Get After Rehab
There is a common rule of thumb repeated in rehabs around the world. After leaving rehab, get a houseplant. Once you have kept that alive for a year, get a pet. Only a year after that should you start dating? You don’t need to take this advice too seriously – suffice it to say that…
3 Reasons to Choose a Dual Diagnosis Treatment Center
In your search for the best drug and alcohol rehab, you will hear about dual diagnosis treatment centers. Many rehabs now tout their dual diagnosis approach, promising the best possible chance of a successful recovery. The dual diagnosis approach refers to the concept that addiction rarely occurs in isolation. There are common co-occurring disorders that…