When we seek medical treatment, we hope for a simple problem, with a simple solution. But sometimes, life throws curveballs at us. For instance, mental illness can significantly impact a person’s life. When substance use disorder is combined with mental […]
What is cognitive behavioral therapy? Having emerged in the 1960s, it works on a variety of mental health concerns, both psychiatric and non-psychiatric: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, personality disorders, and more. When used in combination with psychotropic medications, cognitive behavioral […]
Sometimes, a person struggles with more than substance abuse. A person struggling with addiction may also experience a form of mental illness. This is called a Dual Diagnosis. Recently, research has pointed toward the effectiveness of treatment for Dual Diagnosis, […]
Substance use disorder (SUD) patients have various treatment options to choose from. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), support groups, detox facilities, and medications can all help reduce cravings or alleviate withdrawal symptoms. Though exercise improves overall quality of life, it does […]
If you or someone you love have sought addiction treatment, you may have heard the term “dual-diagnosis” or a diagnosis of two conditions. “Two conditions” could refer to many things. Two addictions, such as alcoholism and opiate addiction, or addiction […]
LGBTQ+ rehab is a drug rehab specializing in treatment for sexual and gender minorities. Facilities that treat these marginalized groups must have the resources and training to address the many compounding factors that drive LGBTQ+ individuals to addiction. An LGBTQ+-friendly […]
The traditional approach to addiction treatment focuses on a patient’s acute, immediate symptoms. However, there’s been a growing consensus that this approach is insufficient and necessitates a more comprehensive approach called “trauma-informed recovery,” or TIC. This model is tailored to […]
Finding a drug rehab is often just the first hurdle to recovery, but the cost of drug rehab is not far behind. But what many don’t realize is that paying for rehab doesn’t have to be so daunting or confusing. […]
Music has a profound impact on our emotions, thoughts, and overall well-being. It can transport us to different times in our lives, evoke powerful memories, and even inspire us to move and dance. But did you know that music also […]
Addiction is difficult to fight. Finding the right kind of treatment can make all the difference. One of the biggest things you will need to consider in finding the treatment that’s right for you is whether you want inpatient or […]
