Outpatient treatment programs are a leader in addiction recovery. Unlike residential or inpatient rehab, clients in outpatient programs return home at night to eat and sleep. This can help people integrate tools from treatment into their daily lives, receive support from their community, and stay committed to work or school. A partial hospitalization program is…
In today’s busy world, accessible addiction treatment programs are essential for recovery. While many people are familiar with residential treatment, outpatient programs can provide the same level of care without asking people to take extended time from work, school, or family demands. Evening outpatient treatment programs are some of the most accessible treatment options. If…
If you are struggling with addiction, you may be wondering if a residential treatment program is right for you. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, there are some things to consider that can help you make the decision regarding a residential rehab center in Portland, Oregon. The need to seek a residential…
Admitting that you need the kind of help available in an addiction recovery center is the first step to getting clean and living a life of sobriety. Understanding how to prepare for drug rehab can make the start of your recovery journey easier and, ultimately, more successful. When it comes to preparing for drug rehab,…
Abuse of prescription medications is prevalent in the United States today. It’s essential to be aware of the symptoms that someone you care about may be abusing pills. Unfortunately, addiction to pain pills and other medications often happens by accident. Blaming someone for their addiction never helps resolve the issue. What matters is convincing someone…
Anxiety is the body’s natural response to stress. In regular doses, anxiety can be beneficial to our overall well-being. However, when anxiety is chronic and persistent, it is harmful to our physical and mental health. Approximately 40 million Americans suffer from some form of anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders can range from mild to severe and…
If you have ever tried to address an alcohol abuse problem with a friend or family member, you might have felt resistance or defensiveness from your loved one. The idea that you can’t help people who won’t help themselves is not true. The right approach can encourage someone with an alcohol use disorder (an addiction…
Completing rehab can be an amazing milestone to achieve, but it is not the end of addiction recovery. Maintaining sobriety is the next step in the process. Sobriety from drugs and alcohol requires daily maintenance after leaving a residential treatment center. Making sure that you’re well prepared to adjust back to life after rehab can…
Despite the common depiction of a drug overdose on TV and in movies, an overdose can happen to anyone using a drug, and at any time. Whether it is your first-time user or if you have already fallen into a substance use disorder, you are at risk. There are, however, steps you can take in…
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nearly 15 million men and women aged 12 and older experienced alcohol use disorder (AUD) in 2019. And women account for nearly 40% of those suffering from AUD. Sadly, only around 10% will seek help for their addiction in an alcohol rehab program. Hammocks on…