When struggling with a substance abuse problem, it’s critical to seek out the best drug rehab care for your circumstances. Everyone is different, so you need to ensure you find the right program for your condition. It can be difficult to know what level of care you need, especially as there are several types of…
If you are suffering from drug and alcohol use problems, you can no longer use your busy-ness as an excuse to avoid rehab. If you have commitments at school, work, or home, you may want to explore an intensive outpatient program (IOP) as an option for treatment. An outpatient program may give you the flexibility…
What Is IOP? IOP stands for an intensive outpatient program. This type of addiction treatment program is designed to provide people the freedom to live off-site and still attend work or school while receiving addiction services. While some people use an IOP as their primary type of care, others may transition to an intensive outpatient…
Addiction comes in many forms, and so does recovery. It’s important to understand – and follow – all the steps to ensure the greatest chance of success. To promote the best recovery possible, follow the following steps of addiction recovery. 1. Drug & Alcohol Detox Detoxification, or detox as it is often called, generally refers…
Sober Living vs. Halfway Houses One of the most often asked questions we receive at our addiction treatment center is “what’s the difference between a sober living home and a halfway house?’ There are distinct differences between the two, so let’s dig into some sober living home facts. One of the most confusing sober living…
Of all the words you’ll hear in the addiction field, few have been more mysterious than “recovered,” “recovery” and “being in recovery.” What constitutes a full recovery? Is full recovery considered a cure? How long is one supposed to be “in recovery” before he or she is considered cured? Let’s go over what we mean…
A Typical Day in Drug Rehab When the day comes for you to consent to drug rehab, you might be wondering what you should expect. While there are many forms of treatment for drug abuse, most rehabs follow a similar framework. There may be variations, but following a proven curriculum increases the chance of success.…
What Not to Say at an Intervention An intervention for drug or alcohol abuse can be a roller coaster of emotions for all those involved. It is often a drawn-out process, with family members and their addicted loved one speaking up about years or decades of pent up frustrations. We shouldn’t forget why we’re here…
If you or someone you know needs immediate help for a life-threatening situation or is at risk for harming themselves or others, call 9-1-1 immediately. 911 operators can immediately dispatch the proper response drawing from local resources. They’re best equipped to handle imperative crises. When should you call an addiction helpline instead? An addiction helpline…
When you’re ready to seek help for a substance abuse problem, you’ll want to weight the differences between inpatient treatment vs. outpatient treatment. Just making the choice can be stressful. Each type of program has pros and cons. Considering all aspects of recovery treatment as well as your own personal needs is necessary to be…