Many treatment facilities offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders (SUD) alongside psychotherapies and complementary treatments. MAT is usually administered during the detox stage of treatment. While there are many misconceptions about MAT, the use of […]
Disconnection during substance use treatment often gives people the opportunity to shut down stressors from the outside world. Many treatment centers do not allow cell phone use during inpatient treatment and restrict contact with family members and […]
Substance use and other mental health disorders are often surrounded by certain stigmas present in specific communities and general culture. Some stigmas are systematically embedded in institutions, and other prejudices come from how individuals treat the stigmatized […]
Sometimes recovery can feel like a cycle of wash, rinse, repeat. The cycle begins with the completion of a treatment program. Then you’re discharged and can live your best independent life. A distressing situation occurs causing you […]
We have all heard the adage that “relapse is a part of recovery.” While it is true that many people return to substance use after a period of sobriety, experts agree that relapse is not an isolated […]
Transitioning from treatment to recovery can be difficult for several reasons. First, the treatment center provides structure and support that may be hard to find in the real world. There are typically set times for meals, therapy, […]
According to the National Institute for Mental Health (NIMH), 2.8 percent of adults had bipolar disorder in the past year, and they estimate that 4 percent of people in the United States experience bipolar disorder at some […]
Definition of a “Sober Coach” A sober coach is trained in addiction recovery and inspires people to lead a healthy, sober lifestyle. They remove the barriers and challenges to recovery so that people are more likely to […]
Leaving rehab is a challenging time for many people. The “real world” is filled with triggers, and you may find yourself tempted to return to old habits and begin using again. That’s why it’s critical to have […]
When people hear the term EMDR, they either cringe in fear or nod knowingly. EMDR therapy can help people suffering from PTSD, bring closure to unresolved trauma, and conquer negative thinking patterns. This article will break down […]