Top Drug Rehab Centers In The Us

Traveling and Planning for Rehab in New Jersey

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A stay in a New Jersey rehab can help you beat addiction. In this article, we look into the cost of living and staying in New Jersey for both long and short term periods. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Why Travel for Rehab The Statistics PROs ...

... Centers look at the entire person. This way, you can focus on recovery while you put the responsibilities and stressors from home “on hold”. We’ll take a look at how one rehab ... treatment for both drug and alcohol problems. ... continue reading

Traveling and Planning for Rehab in Rhode Island

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Traveling for rehab is a personal choice. There are pros and cons. What are the unique benefits of traveling for rehab to Rhode Island? We review here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Why Travel for Rehab The Statistics PROs and CONs Visiting a ...

... programs available in various substance abuse treatment centers in Rhode Island. Get in touch ... drug-free life. Still have questions? Give us a call. Or, leave us a comment. We try to answer all questions related to rehab ... continue reading

How do drug rehab alumni programs work?

Completing a drug addiction rehab program successfully is a major accomplishment and should provide you with a tremendous sense of pride. However, recovery is an ongoing process that evolves over a lifetime. While drug rehab is an essential piece in ...

... you stay clean? We look into the best practices of drug rehab “post-grad” programs here. Then, we invite your questions or ... joined the alumni program through your treatment center, you will receive services and support. ... continue reading

Rehabs in Thailand - A review comparing 8 popular Thai rehabs

High standards for addiction treatment Thailand is renowned for its stunning beaches, its delicious food and the warmth and friendliness of its people. However, another fast growing sector of the Thai economy is that of another kind of tourism- the ...

... we have done some detailed research into each one to provide you with the information you may need to help you decide which center is appropriate for your needs. These Top 8 rehabs in Thailand cater to international ... 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 ...

... drug treatment may seem nearly impossible. We've come up with a few ideas on how you may be able to pay for drug treatment. 1. Drug treatment centers ... of medical treatments, including drug rehab, for low-income individuals ... continue reading

Why Do We Become Addicted? BOOK REVIEW of Addicted to the Monkey Mind

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Looking for a book in addiction recovery? This book introduces the concept of the Monkey Mind. Here, we discuss how changing our mindset from the Monkey Mind to the Observing Mind can help us improve our lives in every aspect. ...

... wondered why some of us started drinking or using drugs in the first place? Who is to blame and where do we look for the cause ... Hawaii, a non-12-step residential addiction treatment center, with his wife, Joyce, in 2011. ... continue reading

How Horse Riding Helps Addiction Treatment & Recovery

ARTICLE SUMMARY: Horses can help us develop emotional congruence, good boundaries, responses rather than reaction, perspective, and instinct. More on how to apply this to recovery here. TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started A World of Healing 5 Ways ...

... in the arena, and the instructor and the client pay attention to where the horse goes… or doesn’t. “We’d say that we noticed that the horses went with them in other areas that they’ve built, and were happy to share those ... continue reading

Addiction Support Groups in Florida

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: There are many addiction support groups you can choose from in Florida. How can you decide which is the best for you? We review here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is a Support Group? How Support Groups Work for You Effectiveness What ...

... ”, “peer support” or “self-help” groups. We'll use the terms interchangeably here. What's important to ... L.I.F.E. Recovery International is a Christ-centered support group with a mission to encourage, empower, people ... continue reading

Drug and Alcohol Detox Clinics in California

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: The State of California supervises hundreds of different detox clinics. Learn how to find a safe and reputable detox center in California here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Medical Detox? Detoxing in California How Does Detox Work? ...

... drug problem. State funded programs are often free and include detox, inpatient, outpatient treatment, and supportive services. Private rehab centers ... treatment. Call us to talk about life. We understand addiction. ... continue reading

The Secret to Preventing Alcohol and Drug Relapse

ARTICLE SUMMARY: The secret to preventing relapse is to be engaged in the therapeutic process. If you’re seeing a professional counselor, you can begin to understand what drinking or drug “do” for you. And take hope. Relapse isn’t all bad; ...

... with a professional for up to a year after rehab. Once you’ve completed rehab, you’ve just started a new life. So, ... , I will try… etc What to Avoid The top 5 things we think you should avoid to prevent relapse include: 1 ... continue reading

Addiction & Loneliness: Can You Beat Addiction Alone?

Are You Lonely? Science Says You Can Cultivate Intimacy and Joy This article is a follow up from my previous article, The Opposite of Addiction is Connection, a discussion centered on Johann Hari's, TED talk : “Everything You Think You Know About ...

... The Opposite of Addiction is Connection, a discussion centered on Johann Hari's, TED talk : “Everything ... we want as human beings.” We Need Love, Not War Isolation and drug addiction are like the chicken and the egg. We're ... continue reading

Traveling and Planning for Rehab in Florida

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: This article reviews the pros and cons of traveling for treatment. Plus, we examine the real costs of living or staying in Florida for short or long periods of time. Your questions are welcomed at the end. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Why ...

... 2016 has shown alarming results in drug use trends throughout the U.S. We break down the main important stats ... their loved ones at the treatment centers. This is totally normal. Just know that rehab is a place of healing. ... continue reading

Drug and Alcohol Detox Clinics in Massachusetts

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Learn how to find a safe and reputable detox center in Massachusetts here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Medical Detox? Detoxing in MA What Happens During Detox? Inpatient Detox Outpatient Detox Detox for Veterans Involuntary ...

... 're going to have to go through. In this section, we'll explain what you can expect. The stages of detox overlap each ... helps anyone dealing with a drug-of-choice. It makes getting off a drug easier…and more manageable. ... continue reading

The Opposite of Addiction is Connection

Johann Hari's Talk: A Breakthrough? Johann Hari's, TED talk “Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong” has now been widely circulated on social media among interested parties - mainly, those whose lives are touched are touched by ...

... is in part based in reality. The neuro chemicals produced in the brain as the result of using drugs make us feel good and keep us coming back for more. Our predecessors chalked this up to a moral failing on the part of ... continue reading

Emotional Release in Addiction Recovery: Your Achilles Eel BOOK REVIEW

Negative Emotions List Do you struggle with any of the following?: anger control criticism discouragement emptiness fear frustration guilt humiliation loneliness pessimism rejection self-sabotage shame Guess what? You're human! And the list of ...

... end to your suffering! Read further to find out how. We'll review the book called, “Your Achilles Eel”, written by Mike Bundrant, founder of the iNLP Center. We'll outline some of the main ideas covered in the book…and ... 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 ...

... establishing and maintaining a strong aftercare connection. 2. Rehab alumni serve as a great way to attract ... referral source, we have invited Sierra Tucson , a treatment center located in Arizona to tell us more. The ... 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 ...

... as an individual provider or even as a treatment center to bring laughter into the conversation. Here are 12 ... His use of Peanuts cartoons to instruct and to help us learn is noteworthy. (Waking Up Just In Time and ... continue reading

Why do people start using alcohol or drugs? How can you help an addict quit?

It can be difficult to empathize with someone who struggles with drug or alcohol addiction. We know this. Firsthand. So, how can you begin to understand why people use drugs ? Today, we speak with Dr. James Tenney, MS, PsyD and Clinical Director of ...

... Tenney, MS, PsyD and Clinical Director of Desert Hope , an addiction treatment center just off the Las Vegas Strip. He’ll give us insight into: Why drugs make us feel so good When people are ready to quit What you can do ... 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 ...

... treatment, you might: Dig into the REASONS we use drugs or alcohol Process/integrate/accept the past ... and body. We’d LOVE to see studies on expressive writing implemented in treatment centers. Savvy rehabs will take ... 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 ...

... experience a massive wobble; we'd take them back in for a week long top-up program. It serves to maintain the link with the center and with the therapist, and to refresh all that they've done in rehab. So, they wouldn't ... continue reading

How to overcome addiction with a self help program? – INTERVIEW with LiveFree Online

Self-help online: Does it work? In this exclusive Q&A with LiveFree Online Recovery Program we discuss the advantages of online recovery programs and the ways these type of programs can benefit people, and help them achieve and maintain sobriety. ...

... withdrawal, and relapse. Then as a society we say that we need to remove the drug and people will not fall prey to ... 90% just stopped using excessively. Very few needed rehab. It was the terrifying cage (an unpopular war) ... continue reading

The Bosurgi Method™: Can you overcome emotional dependency? An INTERVIEW with Luca Bosurgi

Become emotionally independent in recovery! The risks of slipping into intimate problems in early recovery are quite well known. In fact, many people suggest that you DO NOT start a relationship in the first year of recovery. But how much do you ...

... , any time. The therapy includes 20 sessions and we have seen the best results in clients that enjoy 1 ... a fully immersive setting that replicates the way we learn naturally, through experiences. It also offers captivating ... continue reading

Neuroplasticity and addiction: How can integrative therapies help address past trauma? INTERVIEW with Sabino Recovery

Neuroplasticity and addiction treatment Neuroplasticity, or the brain’s ability to reorganize itself by creating new neural pathways is at the cutting edge of new addiction treatment modalities. Imagine…you can literally change treatment ...

... center based in Arizona about this very issue. They’ll help us answer questions like: How does the brain get damaged by alcohol and drugs ... , their sleep, and more. Drugs/Alcohol move to the top of the list of primary needs ... continue reading

Living in denial of addiction? A BOOK REVIEW that can help you

The definition of denial Denial is defined as: ……….. “ the refusal or unwillingness to accept something or to accept an unpleasant reality.” Denial applies to many negative manifestations in our lives – from financial issues, to ...

... us turn to drug or alcohol abuse. At its basic, denial is a defense mechanism. Denial keeps us stuck in the cycles that work for us ... -time recipient of the Derek Bok Center Certificate of Excellence and Distinction in ... continue reading

Destination Rehab: Why attend rehab away from home (in Thailand)?

By Paul Garrigan Destination Rehabs - Can you find hope abroad? Travelling to the other side of the world for rehab treatment might seem a bit self-indulgent, but there are some compelling reasons for why we might choose this option – it's not ...

... To make matters worse, we don't have our usual coping strategy (i.e. alcohol or drugs) to turn to when ... they need to be. By choosing a rehab center in a country foreign to us, we can be in a comfortable environment that ... continue reading

Addiction recovery for First Responders: The treatment our life-savers need

When our heroes need help … what do they do? Most often, nothing! First Responders see the worst moments in life. Their jobs involve constant response to life-threatening situations. Watching people in hopeless situations and being responsible for ...

... First Responders who deal with addiction share similar patterns of drug abuse? If so what are they? DR. TODD ... the cause or started out as a symptom. As most of us know, most people with addiction are dual diagnosis. Let's ... continue reading

Dissolving anxiety with Open Focus™ when diagnosed with addiction

By Robert Wright, Jr., Ph.D., COFT Let's face it. By itself, anxiety can be challenging . But, when you add addiction issues to the anxiety equation – if you are not careful – you can set yourself up for potential disasters including repeated ...

... just hidden from consciousness….To finally release underlying anxiety, we need to dwell in Open Focus, which gradually wakes ... anxiety – that is – resting right in the center of your anxiety?” – “Can you imagine bathing ... continue reading

Integrative treatment: A new approach to treating addiction?

Addiction is a multidimensional process So, what do we really know about addiction? Recent neurological and biological studies have defined addiction as: “a disorder of altered cognition from a psychological and neurological perspective.” But ...

... disease …to understand and to treat. We at Addiction Blog believe that drug and alcohol problems require a new approach ... Neurobiology of Addiction. Currently he works as Chief Medical Officer in Townsend Recovery Center . continue reading

Addicted to negative thinking? A BOOK REVIEW to help you

Many of us in addiction recovery are subject to “Stinkin’ Thinking”. And I am one of them! You might recognize a few patterns in yourself: This [reality] is too difficult. I don’t have what I need. I can’t [FILL IN THE BLANK]. People ...

... ups in the doctor’s office. But how many of us deeply care about and regularly pay attention to our emotional health ... member of the clinical staff at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Wetter has been an ... continue reading

Tough times in addiction recovery? Getting through adversity 101

My first taste of adversity-can you relate? It has been an interesting journey, these thirty-nine years of my life. I struggled a lot in school. As I seemed to get bored easily in class, I began to cultivate my desire to create. Creativity seemed to ...

... 2. Find your Passion : List the things you would do for free every day if you could. Inside we can find our passions that have been hidden for only us to find, as a gift from God to you. 3. Trust in God’s Creation : Know ... continue reading

A prayer app for addiction recovery? – INTERVIEW with PrayerSpark

Prayers for everyone PrayerSpark is a mobile app that helps people to virtually find support and motivation while going through the not-so-easy process of addiction recovery. People can use the app to share prayers and blessings regardless of their ...

... would leave that service up to someone who knows it better than we do. Since our app is one that is used by Rehab Centers themselves, patients would already be working with one by the time they access our app. ADDICTION ... continue reading

How effective are Twelve Step Programs?: Sobriety to spirituality

Spiritual transformation requires work Living in fear of losing what we have and not getting what we want is where the addict mindset, untreated and overwhelmed, thrives. To be recovered from a “seemingly hopeless state of mind and body” we must ...

... To be “clean and sober” is only the start. Living a life off of drugs and alcohol or whatever our dependency is doesn’t mean we procure the life meant for us in return. Work on the 12 steps must be done . Energy must be ... continue reading

Prescription drug use and overdose accidents: SLLiP (FILM REVIEW)

The reality of pain Sometimes, our lives bring us to limits we couldn’t have imagined we could handle. But when facing serious pain, people are barely capable of continuing their lives as before. When faced with serious pain, we can’t see ...

... the reality of the pain medication problem in the U.S. and why we think it’s worth watching. Painkiller addiction – How ... don’t feel the same effect of the drug and try something stronger. Addiction in these situations ... continue reading

How can parents help a drug addict child? INTERVIEW with Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc.

Sometimes, you can’t control the outcome As parents, we try to do whatever we can and whatever we know, to prevent harm to our kids. But sometimes we make mistakes. And sometimes, the outcome is not just up to us. So, when the harm is done, and ...

... done, and our teen is battling with an alcohol or drug problem, what can we do? We can’t help but wonder, “Where did I go wrong ... when a teen checks into a residential rehab? ODYSSEY HOUSE: An inpatient residential program ... continue reading

3 simple listening skills for anyone in addiction recovery: “Stop. Open. Turn.” BOOK REVIEW

“Listening is the first act of love” Jennifer Austin Leigh, PsyD , is an award winning author, expert on raising teens, withdrawal coach and a benzodiazepine withdrawal survivor herself. Now, she’s focusing on her spiritual work with people, ...

... people! 3. Work on what is it that makes you want to be center stage and talk too much! SKILL 2: OPEN – Grow love through deflation ... when confronted with opinions or lifestyles that we don’t agree with. Those are the ... continue reading

Understanding the neurobiology of addiction – An Interview with Dr. Cardwell Nuckols

Current theories of addiction Recent theories of addiction to chemicals (e.g. cocaine) and processes (e.g. gambling) have postulated that these behaviors are the product of an imbalance between three separate, but interacting, neural systems: 1. An ...

... like. Neuroimaging gives the researcher clues as to how the drug works in the brain, as well as, the short and ... density of dopamine D2 receptors in the reward center (specifically the nucleus accumbens in the striatum ... continue reading

Emotional recovery after alcoholism or addiction: Mind Over Mood (BOOK REVIEW)

Q: Looking to feel happier, calmer, and more confident? A: Change the way you feel by changing the way you think! Here, we review how you can experience profound internal change through the practices of just one book! If you’re looking for ...

... can help you create and enjoy more positive relationships. Why do we recommend this book? First of all, if you pick up this ... founder and Director of the Anxiety and Depression Center in Newport Beach, California. He is a ... continue reading

Counseling for family members of drug addicts: INTERVIEW with Mariners Inn

When a family member is addicted – the whole family suffers. If addiction has affected your family, you should be aware that without help, this problem can disrupt the stability of the home. Addiction is a powerful disease. It affects the ...

... center that has been providing Detroit’s homeless men with shelter, substance abuse treatment, and transitional housing for decades. Kori will speak with us ... reducing their problems of drug and alcohol addiction, thereby ... 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 ...

... are currently running across the U.S.? UNITED COMMUNITY SERVICES: We would direct you to http://www ... alcohol and/or drug use? UNITED COMMUNITY SERVICES: We do not track clients unless they come back to us as a patient ... 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 ...

... to the loss of a person or our drug-of-choice or both? BEN CARRETTIN: There are many reasons ... of course. Each of our stories is unique and the losses we may experience are as varied as all losses experienced in life. ... continue reading

Court ordered rehab for teens: Does it help, or not?

Can mandatory addiction treatment help teens who have problems with drugs or alcohol? We explore here in an exclusive interview with California based Thunder Road Adolescent Treatment Center on best practices here. Then, we invite your questions, ...

... drugs or alcohol? We explore here in an exclusive interview with California based Thunder Road Adolescent Treatment Center on best practices here. Then, we ... through court ordered rehab. At the end, we invite you to share ... continue reading

What’s a day in rehab like?

I’ve been to more than my fair share of treatment centers. At last count – and I mean last in every sense of the word! – I’d been to two inpatients, one PHP, and more IOPs than you could shake a stick at (do people still use that phrase?). ...

I’ve been to more than my fair share of treatment centers. At last count – and I mean last in every sense of the word! – ... when we’d “coin out” anyone who was graduating rehab that day. Coining out was so cool! We’d pass ... continue reading

Anger management in addiction recovery – INTERVIEW with Dr. Angela Browne-Miller, Ph.D.

Anger affects addiction recovery Substance use and abuse often coexist with anger and violence. In fact, many people in addiction recovery credit anger (and fear) as the driving force behind drug and alcohol use. And while some doses of anger can be ...

... ADDICTION STOPPERS®, working with people all over the U.S., offering treatment programs and workshops to help ... compels drug or alcohol use? ANGELA BROWNE-MILLER: We live in a world that tells us to drug our feelings ... 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 ...

... to help us answer this question of process…and to help you outline steps that can work for you. Hudson Health Services Inc. is a drug and alcohol treatment organization located in Salisbury, Maryland. The center offers ... continue reading

Talking about addiction recovery whilst in recovery yourself: The in’s and out’s

Talking about addiction recovery Ever wonder how far to go when talking about addiction recovery to a “normie”? Perhaps you’re wondering about your own personal role and finding your voice in recovery. And while many of us have explored the ...

... please. ADDICTION BLOG: How do you think that keeping recovery a secret can affect our relationship with the larger world around us? ANNA DAVID: I don’t look at people who don’t talk about it as people who are keeping it ... 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, ...

... The Evolution conference? ANDREW MARTIN, SERENE CENTER : At our 2015 conference we had 633 registrants attend along with ... We offer continuing education for many individuals including: Addiction counselors Alcohol and drug ... 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 ...

... Fellowship House is a treatment center known for its family program. Can you tell us how do you include the ... Each client is different in some way – diagnoses, drug of choice, demographics- but all have addiction in ... continue reading

Christian small groups: Listening skills improvement

Depression, anxiety, and addiction are on the rise It’s the dawn of a new age, but many churches are still sleeping. They haven’t caught up with the warp speed changes happening in the world. How could they, really? We all find ourselves on a ...

... lives. Common listening mistakes With the dawn of the screen age and the need for Christian drug addiction recovery , more than ever, we all need to learn how to listen better. As our lives become more frenetic and less ... continue reading

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques for holiday anxiety

Do the holidays stress you out? Identifying a belief, a set of emotions, or habits and actions that relate to the stress can help you realize how dynamic systems keep us stuck in our anxiety. More techniques and tips on using Cognitive Behavioral ...

... see how these all work as dynamic systems that can keep us stuck in our anxiety. A pen and paper are useful for ... said, “The unexamined mind is not worth living.” We can use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to make a ... continue reading

The benefits of Spiritual Psychology: INTERVIEW with The Clearing

Spiritual Psychology and addiction treatment A broad range of behavioral and psychological modalities are currently in use for the treatment of addiction. But what is the difference between Spiritual Psychology and mainstream Psychotherapy? And how ...

... ' or 'soul' in another person. Heart Center Listening-Listening to another person without judgment, opinion ... for walks along the beach, etc. We've offered more in the past but we've found that participants look forward to ... 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 ...

... 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 there anything else you ... continue reading

How to cope with addiction: 5 steps for surviving a lifequake

 By Dr. Howard Samuels, Author of Alive Again: Recovering from Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Are you interested in finding and keeping emotional sobriety in addiction recovery ? Read on for more about getting balance back in your life, with a ...

... world-famous twin towers of the World Trade Center and, just like that, Everything Changed. I ... . Because it’s YOUR life, and I can promise you that if we went back in time and visited the six-year-old version of you, ... continue reading

Methadone Clinics in Nevada

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: This article explains the how methadone clinics operate in the Silver State. Learn more about the regulations and the process of starting treatment at a methadone clinic in Nevada. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Methadone Treatment? ...

... alcohol, tobacco, street drugs, and prescription medicines. The U.S. Department of Veterans ... us a call. Let us help you. Or rehab admissions navigators can help describe what American Addiction Centers can do for you. We ... continue reading

Traveling and Planning for Rehab in Louisiana

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: If you're looking for a rehab facility in Louisiana, you’ll need to prepare a budget. In this article, we look into the real cost of living and staying in Louisiana for both long and short term periods. We invite your questions ...

... need in order to finally break your dependence on drugs and alcohol. Keep reading to get a sense of ... re looking to visit a loved one in a Louisiana rehab, we'll also discuss accommodations and what you can expect from your ... continue reading

Sober Living Options in New Jersey

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A supportive drug-free environment is important wherever you live. But where do you start looking for housing options in NJ? We review sober living homes in New Jersey. Learn more about the state rules and regulations that support ...

... the state of New Jersey. DO NOT need to go through rehab in order to qualify. You mainly need to pay the rent ... surrounded by. [5] Triggers for drinking and drug use are all around us. And you need some extra time to adapt ... continue reading

Traveling and Planning for Rehab in Massachusetts

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: In this article, we look into the cost of living and staying in Massachusetts for both long and short term periods. At the end, we invite you to ask more questions. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Why Travel for Rehab? PROs and CONs ...

... some time. 1. It's important to note that most treatment centers won't allow you to have visitors until week 3 or ... Below, we offer some prices to check out as a means of getting a sense of your finances for drug rehab in ... continue reading

Using Spiritual or Religious Beliefs when Fighting Addiction

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Religious and spiritual beliefs can moderate the relationship between life stressors and quality of life. In fact, reliance on your beliefs can give you hope, strength, and provide meaning in addiction recovery. TABLE OF CONTENTS: ...

... Center Populations NCBI: The Role of Social Supports, Spirituality, Religiousness, Life Meaning and Affiliation with 12-Step Fellowships in Quality of Life Satisfaction Among Individuals in Recovery from Alcohol and Drug ... continue reading

Traveling and Planning for Rehab in California

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: When deciding to travel to California to attend rehab, there are a number of pros and cons to be considered. In this article, we look at the real costs of living and staying in California for both long and short periods of time. At ...

... you all the advantages of traveling to California for rehab. We'll discuss the overall budget you'll need and lay ... new place before. Yet, living in California for drug rehab can be a very freeing experience! By facing ... continue reading

Drug and Alcohol Detox Clinics in New Jersey

ARTICLE OVERVIEW : How can you find a good detox center in New Jersey? A complete guide on what to look for in a good detox center here. ESTIMATED READING TIME: 7 minutes TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Medical Detox? Detoxing in New Jersey What To ...

... the first step to living drug-free. So, what should you look for in a detox center? Call us to start detox today. Detoxing ... if you want tocontinue to rehab. We understand addiction. Call us for help. Outpatient Detox in ... 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 - ...

... , often among cultural groups who have had little exposure to a drug and have not developed protective normative behaviour. The brutality of colonial times has taught us much about Anomie, or loss of a healthy ethnic or ... 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 ...

... self. Without the need for enhancement drugs. Without any steroids. In a rehab, you'll learn self-care and ... to be an easy time. However, a reputable treatment center will do their best to help you maintain your goals. ... continue reading

What is drug detox and how does it work?

By Dr. Dean Drosnes, MD, FASAM and David Rotenberg, MA, MBA, CAC Diplomate Debunking the Myth That Detox Is Treatment Our nation is entrenched in an epidemic of addiction, and we've seen heroic efforts from law enforcement, government agencies, the ...

... time in detox. Likewise, people who are multi-drug users may need more time to stabilize. The ... we need to understand why people might think they're unable to continue from detox into treatment. A reputable rehab center ... continue reading

Spice rehab treatment: What to expect?

Spice Recovery Goes Well Beyond Abstinence People who experience addiction issues often times think of recovery not as a process, but an endpoint. In case you are addicted to Spice, you should know that recovery, beyond anything else is a process. ...

... and aftercare. The purpose of rehab centers is to provide people in ... drugs for good. Here, we'll take a look at what happens when you enter treatment. We review what happens after your rehab stay ends. Additionally, we'll ... continue reading

The Cost of Addiction to U.K. Society

The Individual Cost of Addiction When we consider the consequences of addiction, foremost in our minds is the terrible emotional, spiritual, mental and physical costs that impact the addict. These costs tend to ripple out, however, touching the ...

... that there will be finding available for health care and drug treatment programs for the many addicts who are unable ... of appropriate interventions for addicts are far reaching, we know that the impact is not just suffered ... continue reading

Heroin Addiction Treatment and Rehab : How long?

ARTICLE SUMMARY: Addiction programs for heroin vary in length from 30, 60 to 90 days and more. Doctors consider early recovery as a fragile time, when people are extremely vulnerable to relapse, so a longer period spent in treatment will protect you ...

... In fact, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) a rehab stay less than 90 days is of limited ... parts of the US from July 2016 through September 2017. Furthermore, the Centers for Disease Control and ... continue reading

My child has psychological problems: Parenting Through the Storm BOOK REVIEW

Ending the Silence Between You and Your Child Does the following sound familiar? Your communication with your child feels like it’s a one-way street. Various hormonal processes are taking over during adolescence. It seems like these processes have ...

... -being, as well. When one member of the family is weak, others need to remain strong. To do this, we need to take care of ourselves! PART 3: Family adjustments This part of the book broadens the perspective of readers to ... continue reading

Recovery Vs. Stigma: Can the Surgeon General's Report on Addiction Create Lasting Change?

Drug of Choice? Addiction is a medical condition. However, it is currently stigmatized so much that we are punishing our nations' sick, instead of treating them. Here, we offer a CALL TO ACTION! More on how education and public health campaigns can ...

... on the health issues posed by addiction to alcohol and drugs; it acknowledges that rather than addiction being a moral ... showing us that long-term changes to the brain and its chemistry shut down decision-making centers ... continue reading

If Not A.A., Then What?

Most Well-Known Does Not Equal Most Effective For the past 75 years, the most common method of recovery for someone with an alcohol or drug problem has been Alcoholics Anonymous , “A.A.”, or other 12-step programs. However, the most widely known ...

... common method of recovery for someone with an alcohol or drug problem has been Alcoholics Anonymous , “A.A.”, ... most addicts have to deal with every day. Most of us have been talking negatively to ourselves all of the time ... continue reading

8 Ways Addiction Counselors can Build Trust with Clients

The importance of building trust As you may have found, when trust and rapport are not established, a client tends to be more guarded and resistant to the counseling process. So, rather than give advice or try to change a client, I believe a ...

... step in building trust begins with a client-centered approach including: (1) genuineness, (2) ... my chair, and spoke softly and slowly. We both liked to play golf; so, we talked easily. He reluctantly agreed to discuss ... 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 ...

... at XYZ Treatment Center….” This post and posts like that are not so much about us helping families save someone ... and is considered by Quit Alcohol as one of the Top 10 Interventionists in the country. She speaks all over ... continue reading

Addiction, Autism, and Sensory Integration

Neurodiversity and A Changing World Previously, I wrote about the intricacies I learned about neurodiversity from my granddaughter, Alexandra . When she was very young, we noticed how certain fabrics bothered her. She had difficulty smiling, ...

... as likely to become addicted to alcohol or other drugs than their peers. This study looked at 26,896 ... wondered, “Why don't all treatment centers have sensory rooms?” As we peel back more layers of understanding behavioral ... continue reading

Get Rid of Drug Cravings Once and for All

ARTICLE SUMMARY: There is no way to completely eliminate drug cravings. However, you can learn to live with them…and get through them. This article reviews why cravings occur and offers three practical ideas on how to cope. ESTIMATED READING TIME: ...

... is based on availability. When a drug-of-choice is completely unavailable, we are forced to shift our attention elsewhere ... and Relapse Prevention A Road To Recovery Rehab: Understanding Cravings and How it Helps Recovery ... continue reading

The 3 Secrets of Successful Addiction Rehabilitation

ARTICLE SUMMARY: Successful rehabs offer individualized treatment plans that are unique to each patient. And for personal success in recovery, you need three things in place. 1. You need to be motivated. 2. You need to choose a rehab best suited to ...

... We’re happy for you! Honestly, rehab can be one of the best things that you ever do for yourself. However, there will be challenges along the way. You will probably encounter: Drug ... alter the reward center and when they ... 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 ...

... Studies and surveys conducted by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recognize ... at and change what you're eating. Recent nutrition research tells us that you must also make wise food choices to enhance your chances ... continue reading

What is Holistic Addiction Medicine? An INTERVIEW with Gateway Foundation

A Holistic Approach to Addiction Many people who enter addiction treatment find themselves looking deeper into their personal story than ever before. And, it's truly possible to discover a new side of yourself in the process. Self-reports about the ...

... want to feel “normal” and live “normal” lives without drugs and alcohol. Spirituality does not come to a majority of ... why not? DEACON FARRELLY: Yes, at our treatment centers we like to use a combined physical, mental, and ... continue reading

Sound Healing for Stress Burnout in Addiction Treatment

By Robert Wright, Jr., Ph.D., COFT Let's face it. By itself, wrestling with addiction and recovery can be challenging. But, when you add stress burnout issues to the addiction recovery equation - if you're not careful - you can set yourself up for ...

... works even when you hum your favorite tune. Many of us suffer greatly with allergies. So, this is a very ... Jainism. It is often used as a meditation to center attention into the present moment. AUM: considered the most ... continue reading

6 Daily Exercises for Stress and Addiction Relapse Prevention

Feeling Frazzled? 6 Sure-Fire Ways to Beat Stress When I realized April was National Stress Awareness Month and that my taxes are due soon and I'm traveling, I started feeling stressed, frazzled and hassled. Then I thought what a wonderful ...

... opportunity to share what I do to keep myself centered and beating my stress. Laughter is the Best ... doesn't have to play a negative role in our lives if we don't let it. A typical stress response is a pounding heart ... continue reading

Drug and Alcohol Detox Clinics in Florida

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Florida detox clinics are special because they have to follow state laws about how to operate. Learn how to find a safe and reputable detox center in Florida here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Medical Detox? Detoxing in Florida How ...

... a good detox rehab center can increase your chances of successful treatment. How? A reputable center will create a ... But if you're facing a drug or alcohol problem…what can you do? The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ... continue reading

Horse Riding as Therapy in Addiction Treatment

Equine Therapy: Does It Help Address Addiction? Yes, equine therapy be used to help address issues related to addiction. It helps us shift emotional and mental patterns, and discover new ways of being. While relatively new, this type of therapy has ...

... people face many false starts on the road to recovery. Relapses are almost expected , as drug or alcohol use has an allure when we first quit. What that means may be poorly understood by those around the sufferer. Even ... continue reading

Family Addiction Intervention | Why an Invitation Is Always Best

ARTICLE OVERVIEW: DO NOT ambush a loved one in an intervention. It will end with resentment. Instead, consider an explicit invitation. Here is how and why. ESTIMATED READING TIME: 10 minutes or less. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What Is a Family Intervention? ...

... of rebellious thinking: “At first, I stopped my drug and alcohol use because of the pressure from the Intervention ... connect you to a helpline answered by American Addiction Centers (AAC). The helpline is offered at no cost ... continue reading

Addiction and Trauma | Research and Recovery: An INTERVIEW with Dr. Lisa M. Najavits, Ph.D.

Addiction and Trauma Nearly everyone faces some kind of trauma in their lives. Whether this is the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or a form of abuse, we all have seen our share of struggle. But how we handle the stress, pressure, and pain ...

... , and pain this trauma causes varies from person to person. Some of us don't know where to turn and find solace in drug use. Addiction and childhood trauma also drives addiction. When children experience trauma at ... continue reading

Trauma and Addiction Recovery Workbook [BOOK REVIEW]

Trauma Is Personal Trauma isn't just a buzzword in addiction treatment. It's a reality that many men, women, young adults, and children face … every day. Trauma can take the form of a life-changing event. Psychology Today explains trauma as the ...

... we need a guide. When you're ready to seek out professional support for treatment of addiction, trauma, or both, here are a list of possibilities. 1. Rehabs. Search the SAMHSA website. For rehab ... recovery. The U.S. Veteran ... continue reading

Can I Plan an Intervention on My Own or Do I Need Help?

ARTICLE SUMMARY: This article reviews why most families need expert help during an intervention…and what planning is required. Your questions are welcomed at the end. ESTIMATED READING TIME: 10 minutes TABLE OF CONTENTS: Most Families Need an ...

... letter - Speak the facts - Your loved one goes to rehab. It just doesn't happen like that. Working with an ... identified loved one to the treatment center in cases of extreme drug dependence to prevent withdrawal. Complete a ... continue reading

Spice rehab cost

The Cost of Spice Rehab The cost of rehab is the main reason why people avoid treatment. But what if the benefits of receiving proper treatment outweighed the costs? Would you consider trying it? High quality addiction treatment facilities offer you ...

... doctors, employers, or authorities. Selling drugs to earn money for future drug purchases. Spending time with only people ... , as will Medicaid and Medicare. Many rehab centers also have sliding scale fee systems. These ... continue reading

Using NLP Techniques for Addiction – Do They Work with Clients?

Using NLP Techniques for Addiction This article discusses whether NLP strategies work with clients experiencing addiction. The quick answer is – it depends upon client commitment, the client/counselor relationship, underlying issues, and effective ...

... although there can be others. The three attachments we discuss are: control, deprivation, and rejection. ... about Using NLP in Substance Use Cases In this article, we discussed ways that NLP strategies can be used and ones ... continue reading

The Benefits of Meditation for Addiction

It Begins with Nervous System Imbalance Imbalance in our nervous system is responsible for a great deal of disease (and dis-ease), digestive problems, high blood pressure, and mood disorders. When we try to regulate how we feel using unhealthy or ...

... , but not easy. So before you get invested, what can you expect in terms of advantages to your life? Here we have listed 7 of the many benefits of meditation. Please keep in mind that this list is not exclusive. In fact ... continue reading

The Fix: Living with a Heroin Addicted Parent (BOOK REVIEW)

A Child's Life Influenced by Addiction Are you witness to the struggles and torment of an addicted parent? You are not alone! And while your life is not an easy one, there may yet be something you can take from a parent's addiction . Here, we'll ...

... something you can take from a parent's addiction . Here, we'll review the novel about the life of a young woman living with ... himself in the bathroom, shooting heroin . This drug took all the good memories Sara had of her ... continue reading

Vicodin rehab cost

The End of a Vicodin Problem Vicodin is the brand name of a drug made from acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an extremely strong opiate pain killer that can be very addictive, especially for those who take it regularly. More on ...

... us help you become drug-free. Call 1-877-276-6883 to learn more. ___ What’s The Cost Of Vicodin Rehab? The cost of rehab ... treatment centers. Travel costs are also included into your rehab cost, particularly if the rehab ... continue reading

Neuroscience for the Mental Health Clinician (BOOK REVIEW)

The Brain Reference Guide for Addiction Clinicians Looking for materials to help you learn more about the brain systems that underlie cognition, emotions, and behavior? Want to explore how disturbances in these systems can lead to psychopathology? ...

... people die as a result of the toxic effect of alcohol and drugs after years of use. Q: What does neuroscience have to do ... in the designated section at the end of the page. We value all of our reader's feedback and do our ... continue reading

Loving Yourself is Key in Becoming Addiction Free (BOOK REVIEW)

A book of poetry that can help Learning how to love yourself can be in the core of healing. Here, we review a book of poetry that aims to help you learn and practice techniques for self-love. So, if you’re looking for a book that can help you get ...

... to love yourself can be in the core of healing. Here, we review a book of poetry that aims to help you learn and ... , the more you are alone… and food or drugs can easily become replacements for relationships. How can “ ... 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 ...

... local shelter and wait for a bed at a residential treatment center, which could also take a couple of months. If the ... It is not the drugs that are creating a lower quality of life, it is us. We, and our socially ... continue reading

Rehab Ambien addiction: When to choose inpatient vs. outpatient

Is Ambien becoming a problem? You are not alone. In fact, medical treatment for Ambien addiction can help. But, what is the right approach to treating Ambien addiction ? Should you check into an inpatient rehab, or will outpatient treatment do? In ...

... rehab, or will outpatient treatment do? In this article we outline the main differences between residential and outpatient drug programs. We ... , regardless treatment center. Inpatient rehabs often provide detoxification ... continue reading

Women's issues in addiction recovery: An INTERVIEW with Jocelyn Grant

Why women-only sober houses? Women face unique problems that are specific to their own demographic when it comes to addiction treatment and the navigation of life in recovery. Addiction affects women differently than men , so it’s logical that ...

... 2016. That's a 25 percent increase in drug-related deaths since the previous year. In order to reduce these numbers, we must make a radical shift in the way we treat those struggling with addiction and those looking to ... 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 ...

... treatment. Once detoxed, I immediately realized that the treatment center not only expected me to quit alcohol and opiates, ... drug use itself, because of the drug's legal status in the community. This last election we ... continue reading

NLP Strategies for working with addiction clients: #1 Building Rapport

Trust Does Not Come Easily With Some Clients Rapport is the ability to connect with another person in ways that create trust and understanding. Building rapport can be particularly challenging when working with clients who have addiction issues. ...

... , position of the eyes - up-down or left-right - as well as where the eyes linger can tell us as much about how they process and store information as the words that they choose. PRACTICE # 2: PREDICATE PHRASES Predicate ... continue reading

Are We Diseased? The Inconsistencies and Implications of the Disease Model of Addiction

“They're going to tell you that you have a disease.” I spent the end of my drug using days on a golf course. I enjoyed golf in my youth and a new acquaintance allowed me to golf at a discount. As any good addict, I started to compulsively play ...

... the answer that I was expecting. I knew nothing about drug rehab or what “treatment” was but having a disease was definitely ... as both a hack and a genius. Treatment centers use his chart of progressive alcoholism, known ... continue reading

How and why should you limit screen time? How to Raise Kids in a Technology Addicted World (BOOK REVIEW)

By Lydia Magdeska Is Technology Bad? No… Yes… Sometimes? Today’s children spend their lives connected to the net. How can we as parents raise our children into adults who control technology (rather than vica versa)? Lucky for you, we have ...

... comments section below. We try to provide a personal and prompt answer to all legitimate inquiries. —– About the Authors: Lisa K. Strohman, J.D., Ph.D. is the founder and CEO of the Technology Wellness Center, one of the ... continue reading

Experiential Therapy for addiction: How does it work?

What is Experiential Therapy? The therapeutic approach known as “Experiential Therapy” was developed in the 1970s. Its purpose is to encourage patients to identify and address hidden or subconscious issues through: role playing guided imagery ...

... questions! In fact, if you leave us a comment or question…we'll be sure to respond to you personally ... and the desire to stay numbed out with alcohol and drugs. Experiential Therapy in addiction recovery: How does it work? ... continue reading

The basics of pain management treatment: 5 things to keep in mind

By Dr. Michael H. Lowenstein The body has a reason for pain Sometimes, life’s a pain. Whether it’s aging joints, an injury, inflammation, overuse or nerve signals gone awry, pain can be barely noticeable… or all encompassing. As one of the ...

... treat pain and what are the mitigating factors in the issue? We'll explore more here. Take two and call me in the morning ... using this class of drug for pain relief is the development of drug dependence and/or tolerance to ... continue reading

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