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Group therapy techniques for substance abuse (BOOK REVIEW)
Harness the power of a peer group Working with people diagnosed with substance use disorders can be really challenging. So, how can you maximize the power of a peer group? And how can you work with groups in a treatment setting? We’ve found a book ...
... now! Wondering where you can find “Group Treatment for Substance Abuse, Second Edition: A Stages-of-Change Therapy ... and Director of the MDQuit tobacco resource center and the Center for Community Collaboration at UMBC. He ... continue reading -
Drug & Alcohol Detox Clinics in Texas
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Learn how to find a safe and reputable detox center in the state of Texas here. At the end, we invite your questions. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Medical Detox? Detoxing in Texas How Does Detox in Texas Work Inpatient Texas Detox ...
... 's important to note that through this program, you must find a treatment facility yourself. Texas Detox for Veterans Substance abuse disorder is more common amongst Veterans than many believe. Many Veterans suffer from ... continue reading -
Can expressive writing help treat substance use disorders and addiction?
By Lee Weber | Editor-in-Chief | Addiction Blog Yes, expressive writing can help us cope with addiction. How? Here, we’ll take a look at the recently published third edition of the book, “Opening Up by Writing it Down: How Expressive Writing ...
... writing as a therapy tool in the treatment of substance abuse disorders. From an effiency and low-cost ... LOVE to see studies on expressive writing implemented in treatment centers. Savvy rehabs will take this process and go ... continue reading -
Methadone Clinics in Texas
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Methadone is administered as part of Narcotic Treatment Programs in Texas. Combined with counseling and talk therapies, the medicine can offer numerous benefits for people addicted to opiates. We review more about the process of ...
... doctor in Texas? You can find all state and federally licensed programs that offer methadone treatment through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, SAMSHA. Check out treatment centers who are ... continue reading -
Post-Retirement Addiction and Its Treatment
By Scott Trout, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Enterhealth Ranch and Enterhealth Outpatient of Excellence A New And Alarming Trend In recent years, the number of older adults entering treatment for alcohol and drug addiction ...
... the older adults who need help with substance abuse do not receive the advice and treatment they really need. One of the ... physical therapy from The University of Texas - Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, and he earned ... continue reading -
Abuse Vs. Addiction: What's the Difference?
By Dr. Joshua Masino, PsyD Executive Director and Neuropsychologist at Enterhealth It can be difficult to tell drug abuse from addiction. Here, we'll take a look at the clinical definitions of each. We list the main signs and symptoms that you can ...
... of drug/alcohol use. Tolerance to the abused substance. Addicts must use more of the drug to ... Center of Excellence. Our highly trained addiction psychiatrists and therapists incorporate medically validated treatments ... continue reading -
Laughter as addiction treatment
Laughter as addiction medicine? Are you an addiction treatment provider looking for new ways to engage patients ? Here, we take a look at how laughter can aid practitioners in treating addiction…by relating and sharing special moments! Plus, 12 ...
... care centers? —– About the Author: LOUISE STANGER Ed.D, LCSW, CWDF, CIP – speaker, educator, clinician, and interventionist – uses an invitational intervention approach with complicated mental health, substance abuse ... continue reading -
Sober Living Options in Texas
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A sober living home is a great way to start addiction recovery. But where do you look? In this article, we review your sober living options in Texas and the state regulations surrounding these homes. At the end, we invite your ...
... This law sets up the administration for sober homes in Texas. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment services must be licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services Department. The only exception is ... continue reading -
Dealing with grief and addiction – Interview with Ben Carrettin, LPC
Grief can be resolved Each person who goes through the grieving process does it in his or her unique way. But someone unable to work through their feelings of loss in a healthy way may self-medicate, turning to alcohol or drugs. While these ...
... other risk factors can raise the chance for substance abuse during the grieving process? BEN CARRETTIN: ... grief. Ideally, family should be a part of treatment. However, the healthiness of the relationships within the ... continue reading -
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs): How do you identify at-risk patients?
As we grew old, we were taught that substances of abuse were lurking through the intercity, waiting to pounce upon us from downtown intersections or head shops draped in burglar bars. As we grew older, we realized that this, alone, was far too ...
... Treatment and supportive services are provided in a variety of venues including rehabilitation programs, community health centers, hospitals, and support groups. 4. Recovery: With respect to substance ... painkiller abuse in ... continue reading -
Addiction Interventionists Online: Are You Breaking Confidentiality?
An Op-Ed Post By Louise A. Stanger Ed.D, LCSW, CDWF , CIP Digital Media Marketing Etiquette Since 1973, I have been a licensed clinician and a proud interventionist. I received my first supervision from Dr. Frank Picard, a contemporary of Vern ...
... intervention … Landed in Jackson Hole… Intervention success at XYZ Treatment Center….” This post and posts like that are not so ... approach with complicated mental health, substance abuse, chronic pain and process addiction ... continue reading -
Telehealth in Addiction Treatment
By David M. Kniffen Jr. President and Chief Executive Officer of Enterhealth Using Telehealth for Drug and Alcohol Addiction Telehealth, or the use of telecommunications systems to connect patients with doctors, has been around longer than many ...
... treatment programs at both residential facility and outpatient centers. ... treatment model, telehealth services are available to Texas residents who have completed treatment at Enterhealth or another licensed treatment ... continue reading -
How to Identify and Treat Exercise Addiction
By Louise Stanger Ed.D, LCSW, CIP, CDWF-Candidate and Roger Porter Can Exercise Become Unhealthy? In a word: Yes. Physical exercise is great for our minds and bodies. The rush of endorphins one feels when they are on the treadmill, swooping into a ...
... can transform into an addiction that is just as debilitating as substance abuse dependency. Some may joke, “I wish I had that ... prescription drug used for specific medical treatments. Although athletes commonly use them ... continue reading -
Intervention strategies for families – INTERVIEW with expert interventionist, Louise Stanger
Addiction affects everyone in the family Millions of families across the country are affected by addiction and substance abuse. In fact, it’s estimated that one in three families is directly affected by alcoholism or drug addiction. Without proper ...
... alcoholism or drug addiction. Without proper treatment, substance abuse can cause serious problems in the ... the most time as he/she is connected to treatment centers that best match their loves ones presenting problems. ... continue reading -
Does mindfulness meditation increase the effectiveness of substance abuse treatment for teens? (BOOK REVIEW)
Yes, practices in mindfulness have shown to be effective in decreasing drug use. Plus, these practices teaches teens the REAL SKILLS needed to manage cravings, emotions, and behaviors related to substance abuse. “ Mindfulness-Based Substance Abuse ...
... www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-Based-Substance-Abuse-Treatment-Adolescents/dp/1138812544 . Additionally, if you are ... Clinician at the Alameda County Juvenile Justice Center (ACJJC), an institution he was once incarcerated ... continue reading -
Empathy and substance abuse counseling
Learning empathy requires trying to imagine and understand other's viewpoints and experiences, that can bring with it some distinct challenges and obstacles. One obstacle that is often overlooked is the importance of recognizing that you can ...
... is well documented. It is essentially impossible to effectively help someone else who may have a substance abuse problem or mental health issue without being able to demonstrate a reasonable understanding of some of the ... continue reading -
Housing as Healthcare and Substance Use Treatment
Is Zero Tolerance Working for Drug Users? Having a roof over your head is one of life's most fundamental necessities; yet it eludes so many people in our society. Most of us who live in large American cities see homeless individuals on a daily and ...
... go live at the local shelter and wait for a bed at a residential treatment center, which could also take a couple of months. If the client used a substance at any time in this continuum, they had to go back to square one ... continue reading -
How Marijuana Legalization Will Affect Substance Use Treatment: A Counselor's Opinion
2017: Where We are Today In the U.S., we are seeing a paramount shift in attitudes and policy on The Big M: Marijuana . As of today, we have 28 states that have legalized medical marijuana , 16 states that have legalized CBD oils (that are known to ...
... After spending 30 days in that residential treatment center, I had become convinced that I had the disease of addiction; that I could never use any substance without disaster (excluding nicotine and caffeine, of ... continue reading -
Biofeedback as a tool for substance abuse cessation
Biofeedback Basics Biofeedback. Quantitative EEG. ERP. Cognitive-behavioral treatment. For years, medical professionals have used biofeedback treatments to teach people to recognize how their bodies are functioning and to control patterns of ...
... alcohol and substance abuse dependency, may lead to psychometric and abstinence improvement . I for one, am an optimistic believer in the power of re-training the body-brain connection. But how many treatment centers are ... continue reading -
Substance Abuse Group Education: Does it work?
Yes, Substance Abuse Group Education works to identify possible drug or alcohol abuse problems among court ordered participant. Learn more about what the program includes, and save your questions for the end. In fact, we try to respond to all ...
... (UCS) to talk with us about best practices in managing group educational sessions about substance abuse. They are a treatment center based in Des Moines, Iowa, with other Iowa locations including Knoxville and Ankeny ... continue reading -
What is day treatment for substance abuse? INTERVIEW with Fountain Recovery
Day treatment for substance abuse Outpatient (or day) treatment for addiction can vary in the intensity of services offered as well as types of therapies. Outpatient models, such as intensive day treatment, can be comparable to residential programs ...
... the main advantages of day treatment for substance abuse, who and what this type of treatment best suits. We hope that ... ’s specific needs. Our client-centered approach to treatment provides a foundation for each client ... continue reading -
Substance abuse intervention: How long?
A substance abuse intervention usually takes about an hour, or so. However, the planning behind an intervention can take several days or weeks. Here, we present a timeline of events and general guideline for what to prepare. Then, we invite your ...
... several years following the intervention and treatment. Substance abuse intervention duration and average time ... Abuse: Drug Intervention Programs Intervention Center: frequently Asked Questions The HILLS Treatment Center ... continue reading -
Interventions for substance abuse: 5 things to avoid
Interventions for substance abuse If you have an addict in your life, you know how difficult it can be to get him or her into treatment. Denial can be a strong defense mechanism keeping an addict in illness. If this is the case, interventions for ...
... around them. An intervention typically concludes with the group giving the addict a choice – seek substance abuse treatment or face consequences that their loved ones put in place. Things to avoid during interventions ... continue reading -
What is intensive outpatient treatment for substance abuse?
Q: What is intensive outpatient treatment for substance abuse? A: A type of rehab you attend at least 3 days a week for 2-4 hours a day or more, often scheduled around work or school. Here we review the goals, intensity, duration, settings and ...
... clinical and medical professionals, suitable for some patients in need of substance abuse treatment. This program provides assessment and primary treatment services, at significantly lower costs than inpatient rehab . It ... continue reading -
Substance abuse intervention strategies: Top 10
The basics of substance abuse intervention Substance abuse interventions are complex processes that are designed to make a drug addict or an alcoholic realize that they need help for their addiction. Wondering what you can expect from an alcohol or ...
... each member of the group has to say. They must then make a decision to either go into a substance abuse treatment program or lose the enabling support of their loved ones. Follow up. The time following an intervention is ... continue reading -
Treatment Options for Youth Diagnosed with Substance Addictions
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Adolescence is a time of self-discovery and experimentation and unfortunately for most teens, this means experimenting with alcohol and drugs. While some teens don't end up addicted after their first few encounters, plenty of ...
... programs offer the best chance for teens to beat their addictions. As of 2015, there were more than 14,500 substance abuse treatment centers across the U.S. but only less than 10% of addicted teens are enrolled in these ... continue reading -
Art therapy in addiction rehab and recovery settings: INTERVIEW with Royal Life Centers
Art therapy during rehab Art therapy is a healing modality intended to integrate physical, emotional, mental and spiritual care by facilitating creative ways for patients to respond to their recovery process. This kind of therapy helps you release ...
... are its limitations? Michael Kulick, MSW, CAP, RCSWI, is Clinical Director at Royal Life Centers , a substance abuse treatment facility located in Florida. Today, we discuss art therapy as way of stimulating creativity ... continue reading -
What is Harm Reduction? How is it Different from Traditional Addiction Treatment?
Journey to Harm Reduction: Facilitator and Member Harm Reduction is an alternative treatment approach, and often thought of as radical. Harm Reduction does make some assumptions and operates on a belief system. What are these? In general, Harm ...
... “Disease Model” of A.A.ddiction that is taught in the majority of substance use treatment centers. In the Disease Model, substance use must stop completely before any therapeutic benefit can be reached. In the Disease ... continue reading -
Paying for addiction treatment: How to finance drug rehab
Paying for addiction treatment Many alcohol and drug rehab programs can cost many thousands of dollars per treatment episode, a cost that most people can't simply write a check to cover. Fortunately, there are a number of resources that can be used ...
... you can reasonably afford for addiction treatment. Ask your local rehab centers if they offer sliding scale fees ... Treatment Outcome Project: Does Substance Abuse Treatment “Pay for Itself”? The White House: Substance Abuse ... continue reading -
The efficacy of mindfulness therapy for addiction treatment
Mindfulness is the practice of awareness. In addiction treatment , the practice of mindfulness helps you pay attention to cravings and leads you to realize which thoughts, emotions and body sensations “constitute” your cravings. Besides craving ...
... : Mindfulness-Based Therapies for Substance Use Disorders NCBI: A Narrative Review of Yoga and Mindfulness as Complementary Therapies for Addiction Book: Mindfulness-Based Substance Abuse Treatment for Adolescents by Sam ... continue reading -
The efficacy of art therapy groups in addiction treatment
Withholding emotions can be very hurtful for your psyche. In fact, stuffing feelings can negatively affect your relationship with self and others. But is art therapy used in the treatment of addiction and substance use disorders . Is it effective? ...
... centered approaches such as: psycho-educational treatment(s) mindfulness and mentalization based treatments ... as a complementary and alternative treatment practices in substance abuse treatment programs. More study is ... continue reading -
The efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for addiction treatment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a type psychotherapy used in addiction treatment. But how effective is CBT? Is it a successful part of addiction therapy programs? The answer to these questions is YES! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as been ...
... Therapy work to treat addiction? Yes, CBT works and HAS BEEN SHOWN TO BE EFFECTIVE in substance abuse treatment. In fact, evidence from numerous large scale trials and quantitative reviews supports the efficacy of CBT ... continue reading -
Myths vs. Facts: The truth about medication assisted treatment for opioid addiction
By Mark O'Brien, Senior Criminal Justice Policy Associate ARTICLE OVERVIEW: There are many misconceptions and myths about medications that treat strong addictions. This article presents the facts about buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. TABLE ...
... Improvement Protocol (TIP) Series, No. 43. published by the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment. [8] Findings from Starting Treatment with Agonist Replacement Therapies (START), a study from the Journal of Studies ... continue reading -
Crystal Meth Rehab Treatment: What to Expect?
Put An End To the Nightmare Tired of feeling ashamed guilty and desperate? Being involved in drug use behaviors makes you disconnected from the world and people around you. The primary feeling of infatuation by meth disappear within the first few ...
... on the best practices in crystal meth addiction treatment , with a section at the end for ... Abuse: Methamphetamine National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Wellfare: Meth Abuse Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse ... continue reading -
Is addiction a choice? Contingency Management as treatment option
Here, we take a look at a recent study highlighted in the New York Times that has brought attention and controversy to the idea that addiction is a choice. More on the theory of how behavior guides choices here, with a section at the end for your ...
... be used to help changes all types of habits.” The Contingency Theory of substance abuse treatment The Contingency Theory of substance abuse treatment means helping a person choose something else over drugs that provide a ... continue reading -
Addiction treatment for women and children
Women and children and addiction treatment There often comes a time in an addicted mother's life to make a life-changing choice – either get help for her addiction or lose her children. Unfortunately, when it comes to women and children and ...
... women and children. Addicted women with children can also use the substance abuse treatment facility locator on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website. Simply search for local facilities ... continue reading -
How much does addiction treatment cost?
Addiction treatment costs , on average, about $135 per day for outpatient treatment and more than $700 per day for inpatient treatment. There are several ways to reduce the cost of addiction treatment to make it affordable on any budget, however. ...
... . Reference Sources: NetQuote: Will my health insurance pay for substance abuse treatment? NCBI: The Economic Costs of Substance Abuse Treatment: Updated Estimates and Cost Bands for Program Assessment and Reimbursement ... continue reading -
Non-traditional treatment for addiction: INTERVIEW with Morningside Recovery
What is non-traditional treatment? Have you ever considered a non-lockdown, “open” model of treatment? Also known as the Florida model, this new protocol can be used in combination with custom therapies to achieve a much higher success rate than ...
... in order to relieve stress, curb cravings, and in some cases modify behavior. ADDICTION BLOG: While your treatment center intrigues us and provokes many more questions, we do need to close our time for the moment. Is ... continue reading -
How to best work with addiction treatment alumni? An INTERVIEW with Sierra Tucson
What happens when a treatment program end? What SHOULD happen? This interview describes alumni communication and best practices in post-treatment protocol. Your comments are welcomed at the end! Alumni programs benefit individuals AND organizations ...
... as referral source, we have invited Sierra Tucson , a treatment center located in Arizona to tell us more. The folks there ... in recovery for those struggling with substance use disorder, trauma-related issues, eating ... continue reading -
Relationship addiction: The symptoms, underlying issues, and their treatment – Interview with Lori Jean Glass
Are you a relationship addict? Codependency, love addiction, and love avoidance are painful disorders. They all stand in the way of our happiness. So, when you have suffered enough, it is time to change. What does change require? Change means ...
... more choices for healing hearts that hurt. I do believe that more and more primary treatment centers who are treating substance addiction are addressing this issue. For so many this is the underlying cause that leads ... continue reading -
Help for families of substance abusers: Self-help manual (BOOK REVIEW)
By Lydia Magdeska Friends and families of addicts are affected by addiction in many different ways and to different degrees based on personal consequences. So, what can you do to help an addict who’s in pain? And when? Basically, NOW is the time ...
... main focus of this self-help guide is put on friends and families. This manual doesn’t provide information about substance abuse, and it’s not an aid kit for addicts. Its main goal is to help addicts’ friends and family ... continue reading -
What is private addiction treatment like in Europe?
Different approaches to the same problem Every country in the world has a different approach to dealing with the social and economic problems that arise as a consequence from illicit drug use, excessive drinking, and prescription medication ...
... services currently exist in Europe for the treatment of substance use disorders? BRIDGET CURRAN: I think ... and can help the process of recovery as opposed to treatment centers that are set in busy, crowded, loud cities. ... continue reading -
How long does outpatient addiction treatment last?
By Deja Holley Generally, outpatient treatment lasts from about three (3) months to a year. While each person is evaluated on a case-by-case basis, programs will vary in intensity and requirements. More here on the guidelines for treatment and ...
... options to choose from based on your level of addiction and individual needs. It’s not uncommon for treatment centers to follow a series of “phases,” where you graduate through programs into less demanding and hands on ... continue reading -
Steroid rehab treatment: What to expect?
Get Your Life Back Addiction transforms people. From self-loving, we start to experience: fear despair low self-esteem Continue reading here for the basics on treating steroid addiction. We’ll review main issues and describe how to maintain your ...
... they can also be abused. In particular, steroids are commonly abused by bodybuilders, athletes, ... emotional reasons you use steroids. Medical experts in treatment centers are well aware of the emotional roller coaster ... continue reading -
The Advantages of Family Involvement in Addiction Treatment
Sobriety is a Family Affair You've watched your loved one struggle with addiction for a long time, and they have finally agreed to get help . As you breathe a sigh of relief, you quickly start to wonder how your family member can maintain his or her ...
... Recovery According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse , a person's risk of relapse is significantly ... to visit their loved one in rehab.Perhaps the treatment center does not allow visitation. In other cases, financial ... continue reading -
New drug addiction treatment ideas: iPhone apps
Is the iPhone a recovery tool? Well, it can be. Just like any other piece of software, the iPhone is as helpful to you as it meets your needs. So what are the needs of an addict or alcoholic in recovery? I talked with Dr. David Sack, from Promises ...
... what are the needs of an addict or alcoholic in recovery? I talked with Dr. David Sack, from Promises Treatment Center in CA about this very issue. Their new iPromises iPhone app was created to address the very specific ... continue reading -
Principles of drug addiction treatment
I recently spoke with Dr. David Sack, a really smart man. As a psychiatrist with a history of clinical and research experience, Dr. Sack seems to know addiction: inside and out. It’s by no means an exaggeration that I think him a modern thought ...
... and/or multiple drugs of abuse…so that the group that gets to residential treatment usually has a lot of ... treat the “whole person”, people leave a residential treatment center in a better position to succeed in recovery. ... continue reading -
Are drug rehab centers free?
Cost of drug rehab The cost of different drug rehab programs will vary, depending on a number of different factors. Inpatient drug rehab centers, for instance, are typically more expensive than outpatient rehab centers. On the same note, long-term ...
... and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website has a Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator you can use to find sliding scale drug rehab centers. Health insurance plans can also often be used to cover ... continue reading -
How Do I Pay for Addiction Treatment?
The Good and The Bad News We'll give you the bad news first. The bad news is that addiction treatment is not currently free in the U.S. In fact, the cost of inpatient residential treatment averages about $700 a day, while outpatient treatment can ...
... Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a locator that you can use to find nearby treatment ... Plans You may also be able to find treatment centers offering payment plans. Under a payment plan, ... continue reading -
Evaluation in addiction practices: Is your treatment program effective?
Mental health is key to healthy living The primary goal of addiction treatment is to improve an addict's health and quality of life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and ...
... . A lot of what we do as evaluators depends on the organization itself. If we have an addiction treatment center that focuses primarily on addiction in youth, we need to evaluate how well we are accomplishing the goal of ... continue reading -
How do you involve family in co-occurring disorders addiction treatment?
Involving family in treatment: Does it help? How do you involve family members, co-workers, and friends into addiction treatment, especially when co-occuring disorders are present? Today, we are talking to expert Beth Bachelor, Director of ...
... personally and promptly. ADDICTION BLOG: Fellowship House is a treatment center known for its family program. Can you tell us ... must meet diagnostic criteria for a DSM-V substance use disorder; after that, the ASAM Patient ... continue reading -
Help paying for alcohol rehab or treatment: Where to find it
Paying for alcohol rehab or treatment As you most likely already know, alcohol rehab or treatment can be very expensive. In fact, in many cases, a 28 day inpatient rehab can cost 20K or more, which is not something that most people have stuffed ...
... funds to thousands of treatment centers in the U.S. Check out the SAMHSA Treatment Locator online or call ... Treatment Outcome Project: Does Substance Abuse Treatment “Pay for Itself”? The White House: Substance Abuse and ... continue reading -
Sleep Deprivation in Addiction Treatment, It's Like Being Drunk!
By Robert Wright, Jr., Ph.D., COFT The Stress Relief Doctor ARTICLE SUMMARY: This article reviews the effects of missing sleep and how it can impact your addiction recovery. Sleep deprivation has been connected with increased relapse, adverse health ...
... commonly occur among individuals diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder. In fact, sleep problems tend ... for you to make good choices about sleep and addiction treatment or recovery. You must move past “I'll start ... continue reading -
Racism and Substance Use: The Systematic Epidemic of Addiction
Is addiction primarily an individual affliction? My biggest issue with the disease model of addiction is that it completely negates society's role in causing addiction by solely framing addiction as an individual affliction. Many believe that ...
... are synonymous. And who builds the cage? We do. People, places, and things It is common advice in substance use treatment for addicts to avoid the people, places, and things that they associate with drug usage. For a ... continue reading -
Is private luxury addiction treatment a new necessity?
Is private addiction treatment for you? Private addiction clinics are taking a new approach to treating addiction. We know that the old “one-size-fits all” treatment model is not working because individual needs are just as diverse as people ...
... private addiction treatment clinic? Then, how is Alpine Horizon different than other treatment centers? BRIDGET ... difficulty is, and wherever they are in their substance abuse. Our tailor made program. The fact that we ... continue reading -
Healthful eating in addiction recovery: A meal plan for addicts and treatment programs
By David Wiss, MS, RDN Our food tastes in early recovery are like… teenagers! Introducing the concept of nutrition into an addiction treatment program is not an easy task. Many addicts in early recovery are not ready for health behavior change, ...
... non-addictive food, the addict eats less. When a treatment center or sober living attempts to save money on food, ... the nutritional management of: Food Addiction, Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, Weight Management, Sports ... continue reading -
The pros and cons of drug rehab centers
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: The goal of rehab is to learn how to live a drug-free life. If you truly wish to get better… a stay in rehab can be just the right thing. Here, we examine some of the PROs and CONs of residential treatment for addiction. Then, we ...
... Drug addiction rehab centers: What's included? Q: WHY DO PEOPLE NEED REHAB? A: The goal of any program is to help individuals who deal with substance abuse live a drug-free life. And the need for treatment may affect ... continue reading -
How to refer a client to addiction treatment
Are you an MD, psychologist, or psychiatrist looking to set up a network of effective addiction treatment for your patients? What should you do? How can you ensure that your processes are strong? We explore here. Then, we invite your questions or ...
... one item can have a domino effect that can lead a client right back to square one. Substance Abuse Professionals or treatment centers are not off the hook. A mistake commonly made by a facility would be not doing their ... continue reading -
Sliding Scale Rehab Centers
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Rehabs that offer sliding scale payment allow people to pay for treatment based on their income. This helps most people afford treatment! In this article, you’ll learn how much rehabs usually cost and get ideas for how to finance ...
... simple way to find sliding scale rehab centers in your area. To start, visit the SAMHSA website and click on “Find Treatment”. Click on Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator, and enter in your location information ... continue reading -
Why the LGBT Community needs unique addiction treatment
Effective addiction treatment is best when customized! Addiction is a profoundly lonely and isolating disease. In order to live a lifestyle entirely based around drinking or using drugs, individuals must cut off their social support networks- ...
... substance abuse and dependence, and they must be addressed comprehensively and on a societal level. What this means for the treatment ... groups that foster self-acceptance. Treatment centers that specialize in helping this ... continue reading -
What does a good heroin addiction treatment look like?
By Clare Waismann Heroin addiction: Are you getting the care you need? The heroin epidemic continues to rage in the United States, with an estimated 467,000 people struggling with heroin abuse as of 2014, according to the Centers for Disease Control ...
... abuse as of 2014, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, only 11.2% of individuals receives heroin addiction treatment in a specialized center ... intertwined with substance abuse because ... continue reading -
How does outpatient treatment for addiction work?
For those seeking recovery there are various treatment programs available to choose from. One of the most common options is an Outpatient Program (OP) . These types of programs typically allow greater flexibility during your treatment and recovery ...
... for treatment: 1. Health Insurance: If you currently have health insurance, you can call the telephone number on the back of your issued insurance card to receive information on mental health and substance abuse coverage ... continue reading -
The high-functioning alcoholic: How to initiate treatment for people who think they’re OK
What if alcoholism hasn’t yet torn you apart? Alcoholism can affect your physical health, your emotional well-being, personal relationships, and your professional life. However, many alcoholics manage to function effectively while caring for the ...
... ALLEN BENTON: According to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) , approximately 7.2 percent or ... who are sober from a substance addiction also get the support/treatment needed to address other ... continue reading -
What is the Integrative Care Model of addiction treatment?
Integrative Care in addiction treatment The need for an integrative approach to meet complex needs of people with mental disorders, including substance use disorders, has sparked the development of specialized mental health and addiction treatment ...
... principles of the Integrated Care Model? MOUNTAINSIDE TREATMENT CENTER: Integrated Care Model means a dedicated coordination of the following treatment services: substance abuse, mental health, and medical. In order to ... continue reading -
Cost of drug treatment programs
What’s the cost of drug treatment programs? There is no exact formula that is used to determine the cost of addiction treatment programs . Instead, there are a few important factors that must be taken into account when trying to determine how much ...
... do exist. According to a study conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), roughly 4% of all treatment centers are no cost drug treatment programs, meaning they are free to anyone ... continue reading -
Affordable addiction treatment
Cost of addiction treatment The cost of addiction treatment can be quite high, but it is usually influenced by a number of factors. The main factors that influence the cost of addiction treatment include: 1. Type of addiction treatment The type of ...
... or help you finance addiction treatment . Where do you start looking? The treatment centers directly The first place to start ... in Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities NCBI: The Economic Costs of Substance Abuse Treatment: ... continue reading -
First Responder addiction treatment: How can we help our heroes
Imagine THIS kind of office… A stressful job might lead to addiction. But imagine a job that can cause trauma - yes, trauma. Imagine witnessing the worst of human experience EVERY DAY…and then going back to work the next day to see the same. ...
... that the substance abuse and mental health problems of First Responders deserve equal treatment attention and ... Detox or Residential Treatment is recommended. ADDICTION BLOG: Are peer-only treatment centers the way forward ... continue reading -
The “Evolution” Addiction Conference: INTERVIEW with Andrew Martin, SERENE CENTER
Interested in the evolution of addiction treatment? Where we have been, where we are now, and where we are heading? Check out this Q&A with the organizer of “ The Evolution of Addiction Treatment ” Conference, Andrew Martin MBA, CADC II, SAP, ...
... theme for the 2017 conference and why have you chosen this? ANDREW MARTIN, SERENE CENTER: The current field of substance abuse and addiction treatment has been evolving for almost 8 decades now. During this time, we have ... continue reading -
The unique challenges of addiction treatment for homeless populations
How to help treat addiction for the homeless Substance abuse is both a precipitating factor and a consequence of homelessness. Prevalence estimates of substance use among homeless individuals are approximately 20-35%; as many as 10-20% are “dually ...
... substance abuse treatment actually receive it; structural and interpersonal barriers to accessing substance abuse treatment ... /alcohol treatment is an expensive business and we need more non-profit treatment centers all ... continue reading -
Addiction treatment for LGBT
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community are one of the most discriminated against populations in the United States today. Unfortunately, LGBT individuals are also slightly more likely than the general population to abuse drugs ...
... Administration (SAMHSA) also has a convenient substance abuse treatment facility locator on their website. This can be used to find all local substance abuse centers, or even just facilities that specifically offer ... continue reading -
Sliding scale drug treatment
The sliding scale payment method is often used by alcohol and drug treatment facilities to help reduce the cost of treatment . In the end, you'll typically only be charged a fee that you can reasonably afford. So how does it work? We review here and ...
... the Yellow Pages. Once you have a list of drug treatment centers in your area, you can then start contacting them. ... SAMHSA: Free Treatment Available SAMHSA: Free Substance Abuse Treatment DHHS: Treatment Services OASAS: ... continue reading -
Paying for alcohol treatment: 3 things to avoid
Paying for alcohol treatment An alcohol addiction can quickly consume a person's life. Without proper treatment, this addiction can lead to huge problems. While paying for alcohol treatment may seem impossible or like a waste of money, in reality ...
... HELP for more information about low cost alcohol treatment centers. Ask the HR department at work about ... Treatment Outcome Project: Does Substance Abuse Treatment “Pay for Itself”? The White House: Substance Abuse and ... continue reading -
Cost of Residential Treatment Programs
ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A 30-day residential program can cost around $10,000, while a long-term stay in residential treatment, can be cost twice that much. Costs vary based on services and total time spent in treatment. More here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: The ...
... Center , one of the nation's most well-known treatment facilities, cost between $29,500 to $39,500 for a 60 to 90 day treatment ... in the California Treatment Outcome Project: Does Substance Abuse Treatment “Pay for Itself ... continue reading -
How to live a drug free life: Ways to support clients after addiction treatment
NLP can help your clients maintain sobriety Relapse is often a problem for individuals who have experienced a substance abuse or process addiction. It is said that 70 to 90% of individuals who complete a traditional recovery program will relapse ...
... problem for individuals who have experienced a substance abuse or process addiction. It is said that ... Julie has had no alcohol since successfully completing the treatment program; yet, she is concerned about relapse. For ... continue reading -
Cost of alcohol treatment programs
What’s the cost of alcohol treatment programs? A range of different factors will influence the cost of treatment programs . By considering each of these factors, you’ll be able to find a treatment program that suits your needs and fits into your ...
... Affected by Substance Use Disorders CASA Columbia: Addiction Medicine: Closing the Gap between Science and Practice SAMHSA: Free Substance Abuse Treatment The Addiction Recovery Guide: Residential Treatment Centers continue reading -
Addiction treatment for college students
Partying is a well known pastime in many colleges, particularly those with strong Greek presences. Unfortunately, after being swept up in the party scene, many college students, just like other demographics , will develop a substance abuse problem. ...
... , they are often advised to do so in a detox center or at least under the supervision of a medical professional. ... Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment NCBI: College Students Rarely Seek Help Despite Serious Substance Use ... continue reading -
Paying for drug treatment: 3 things to avoid
Paying for drug treatment There's no doubt that the cost of drug treatment is high. Unfortunately, it's often a necessary part of the recovery process. Financing addiction treatment may seem impossible (especially at daily average costs of $135 per ...
... you may be able to pay for drug treatment. 1. Drug treatment centers that use sliding scale fees are some of the ... Treatment Outcome Project: Does Substance Abuse Treatment “Pay for Itself” The White House: Substance Abuse ... continue reading -
Addiction treatment for veterans
Veterans and addiction treatment Members of the armed forces may have the hardest job in the country. They're constantly surrounded by violence and forced to spend a great deal of time away from their homes and families. Many veterans come home ...
... in a veteran addiction treatment program. During a substance abuse screening, a medical professional ... the nearest VA medical center. Some of these VA medical centers also offer addiction treatment that is designed ... continue reading -
Addiction Treatment for Native Americans
ARTICLE SUMMARY: This article is written for First People ready to find addiction treatment. We’ll review resources, signs of a problem, and where to get help. TABLE OF CONTENTS: The Need The Numbers Specialized Treatment What To Expect? Is It For ...
... such as: Indian Health Service Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program Indian Health Service Youth Regional Treatment Centers National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) American Indian/Alaska Native Coordinating Committee ... continue reading -
Addiction treatment for men
When it comes to men and rehab, finding a facility that caters specifically to men can be a bit difficult in some areas. The good news, though, is that there are men-only addiction treatment facilities. These types of facilities allow some men to ...
... Sources: SAMHSA: Find Facilities Near You Recovery for Men: Find the Best Inpatient Addiction Recovery Centers for Men Only NIAAA: Gender and Use of Substance Abuse Treatment Services SAMHSA: How Men and Women Enter ... continue reading -
The Use of Experiential Therapy in Addiction Treatment: Top 5 Benefits
A Push in the Right Direction Sometimes, we just need a little push in the most unlikely direction. This push can help us both reveal and conquer our deep-rooted emotional issues. Like climbing a 40'cedar tree, perhaps. Keoni Enlow remembers the day ...
... deep-rooted, underlying emotions or trauma in individuals with substance abuse issues. Some common forms of experiential therapy used in addiction treatment are: Adventure therapy Art therapy Equine therapy Music therapy ... continue reading -
The Efficacy of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for Addiction Treatment
Trauma Freezes the Brain When we are involved in or witness a traumatic event, the brain might be unable to process these information normally. So, in some cases, a distressing memory becomes somewhat “frozen” on a neurological level. Many ...
... addition to the treatment of substance use. This type of therapy offers a structured, client-centered model that integrates ... and reprocessing: treating trauma and substance abuse NCBI: Eye movement desensitization and ... continue reading -
Women in Addiction Treatment: 6 Misconceptions
The Equal Opportunity Illness? Addiction is sometimes known as an equal opportunities illness, cutting across age, socio economic position, gender and race, though much empirical evidence to connects both substance and process addictions to ...
... women may feel more comfortable in women only rehab centers. 6. Men and women relapse at similar rates and for similar reasons. Women who receive substance abuse treatment fare well in comparison to men, in that they ... continue reading -
3 Substances You Should Never Detox from Alone
By Amy Sedgwick, LADC, AADC, CCDP, SCPG Director of Clinical Operations ARTICLE OVERVIEW: You should never try to detox from alcohol, benzos, or opioids on your own. This article reviews the dangerous side effects of withdrawal from these ...
... hours of your last use. Detoxing at a treatment center can make all the difference in your recovery from ... chance for your body to recover from any harm caused by substance abuse, but it can help you in other ways as well ... continue reading -
Employee assistance programs and addiction: Can corporations fill the gap in treatment?
Alcohol and drug addiction affect workplaces around the country. But in order to boast an effective, productive drug free workplace, treatment options need to be in place for employees. Enter the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Benefiting both ...
... boast an effective, productive drug free workplace, treatment options need to be in place for ... the benefits of having an EAP that specifically addresses substance abuse disorders. Also, he’ll explain what an ideal ... continue reading -
The efficacy of PTSD treatment while treating addiction
There is a significant need for treatment of co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction. In fact, approximately half of individuals seeking addiction treatment meet current criteria for PTSD, and individuals with co-occurring ...
... Trauma in the Development of PTSD and Alcohol Addiction National Center for PTSD: PTSD and Substance Abuse in Veterans VA: Understanding PTSD treatment NIH: Treatment of Co-occurring Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and ... continue reading -
Why aren’t people receiving medication assisted treatment? (and why access is so important)
De-bunking myths about medication assisted treatment State and local governments are responsible for providing treatment, prevention, and recovery efforts for substance abuse disorders (a.k.a. addiction). But they have tragically been overlooking a ...
De-bunking myths about medication assisted treatment State and local governments are responsible for providing treatment, prevention, and recovery efforts for substance abuse disorders (a.k.a. addiction). But they have ... continue reading -
Addiction treatment for young adults
According to recent surveys conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, young adults ages 18 to 25 are more likely than any other age group to abuse drugs. Different populations require different approach in addiction ...
... students can usually find treatment by visiting their campus health center. Internet. Online searches are also a great way to find local drug addiction treatment facilities. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services ... continue reading -
Treatment Q&A
ARTICLE SUMMARY: If you're about to enter rehab or are looking at your options, we've got you covered. Here, we review the most commonly asked questions about treatment for addiction. Then, we invite your questions about addiction treatment at the ...
... are many ways that you can finance addiction treatment. Private treatment centers can arrange sliding scale or income-based ... Reference Sources: NCBI: Spending on substance abuse treatment: How much is enough? CASA ... continue reading -
EMDR Therapy in the Treatment of Addiction
By Cara McLeod, Enterhealth Therapist What is EMDR Therapy, and How Does it Work? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an effective psychotherapy technique which has helped an estimated 2 million people of all ages by relieving ...
... efficient and rapid treatment. Why Enterhealth Utilizes EMDR Therapy The Enterhealth Outpatient Center of Excellence ... and worked with adolescents struggling with substance abuse issues. She is a certified Multisystemic ... continue reading -
What Is Continuum of Care in Addiction Treatment?
By Cara McLeod, LPC The Components of a Successful Recovery When it comes to effectively treating drug and alcohol addiction, the treatment professionals where I work at Enterhealth agree that a successful recovery is most often the result of ...
... are bipolar or depressed and have a problem with substance abuse. This is why detox is such an important ... no longer clouded by drugs or alcohol. Each person comes into treatment with a host of issues unique to him or her, ... continue reading -
Unmanageability: A.A.'s Greatest Contribution to Addiction Treatment
I find unmanageability to be of paramount importance to recovery . It's a concept that has had continued relevance in all forms of addiction treatment to this day. In this article, I will show its importance and the implications that it has had, and ...
... every Friday night. Would you say that I have a substance abuse issue? Probably not. But what if I am in ... or not they change their relationship with substances. This type of treatment is often written off as enabling--but ... continue reading -
How to pay for addiction treatment
A life free from addiction means a more secure financial future, better relationships, and better physical and mental health. Individuals who pay for addiction treatment rather than trying to quit cold turkey on their own are typically more ...
... you pay for treatment. Find a sliding scale addiction treatment center . Addiction treatment facilities often ... Treatment Outcome Project: Does Substance Abuse Treatment “Pay for Itself”? The White House: Substance Abuse ... continue reading -
Prejudice and addiction in treatment settings: How can clinicians face personal bias?
Strategies for Counselors: How to Identify and Address Personal Biases Regarding Addiction We know that unconscious biases and prejudices affect all relationships, whether the relationship is a passing conversation at the super market or a ...
... 's beliefs impact his or her assessment and treatment approach. The counselor who adheres to the medical ... Identifying Her Biases Sarah is a newly licensed substance abuse counselor with NLP training. In an effort to ... continue reading -
Brain Restoration Therapy in addiction treatment: INTERVIEW with Dr. Ken Starr
Can you really flush your brain of toxins? Can IV administration of NAD, a co-enzyme of Niacin, really help reduce drug cravings during withdrawal? Basically, are the claims of Brain Restoration Therapy advocates too good to be true? Today we are ...
... used and the most effective medical treatment available for substance abuse. Compared to the more commonly approved ... to opiate receptors , activates SIRT1 in the reward center of the brain, and reverses the reward effects ... continue reading -
Addiction treatment for professionals
Professionals and addiction treatment Substance abuse and addiction does not discriminate. Being a professional does not mean you are different than other populations nor does it make one immune to addiction. In fact, high stress professional jobs ...
... many professionals are urged to go into a dedicated detox center until their bodies had gotten rid of all traces of ... substance abuse facility, or they may simply help pay for treatment.Going through addiction treatment, ... continue reading -
Addiction Treatment for Nurses
WHAT THIS ARTICLE COVERS: Nurses develop substance use disorders at generally the same rate as others. However, addiction is treated differently for nurses. What practices are most effective? We explore here. Then, we invite your questions related ...
... treatment. They may recognize a substance abuse ... Center Lippincott's Nursing Center: Addiction: An Occupational Hazard in Nursing Resurrection Health Care: Nurses with Chemical Dependency: Promoting Successful Treatment ... continue reading -
Affordable Care Act for addiction treatment
What is the Affordable Care Act? Known officially as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and colloquially as ObamaCare, the Affordable Care Act is a United States statute that was signed into law by President Barack Obama in March ...
... Insurance Exchanges must offer plans that cover mental health and addiction treatment services. In fact, the Affordable Care Act established substance abuse treatment and other mental health services as some of the main ... continue reading -
Average price of addiction treatment
Many people diagnosed with addiction may avoid treatment altogether because they think they can’t afford it. While the average price of addiction treatment may seem quite high, this doesn’t always mean that you won’t be able to afford it. In ...
... treatment No addiction treatment facility prices addiction treatment the same. In fact, each addiction treatment center ... : Free Substance Abuse Treatment NCBI: The Economic Costs of Substance Abuse Treatment: Updated ... continue reading -
The Importance of Considering Culture (and Questioning 'Truth') in Addiction Treatment
Addiction and Culture, Truth and Ethics As we look at the research and context of addiction treatment, we're beginning to see the importance of considering a person's individual cultural background into the treatment plan. Here, we take a look at - ...
... models and empirical data. Historical Roots of Substance Abuse Mood altering chemicals in one form or another ... Talking about 'Others' As we look at addiction treatment , the imagining and the representation of “the ... continue reading
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