Good Boundaries Free You
In case you missed our February monthly tune-up meeting- it was run by our very own Johnny, who discussed the importance of boundaries and how to maintain them as you…
Read moreReal people sharing real stories about their experience with substance abuse and mental health.
During my twenty-five year career in substance abuse treatment, I’ve frequently heard family members (and clients) insist that "Alcohol isn't his/her/my problem - drugs are!" and "Alcoholism isn't his/her/my problem - addiction is!" as if the same principles of recovery from chemical dependency don't apply to any dysfunctional situation where alcohol either isn't present or isn't present enough to be identified as the primary drug-of-choice.
Read moreIn case you missed our February monthly tune-up meeting- it was run by our very own Johnny, who discussed the importance of boundaries and how to maintain them as you…
Read moreEntering a residential treatment program requires real courage. Now that you’ve completed this important first step, congratulate yourself and stand proud as you plan the next stages of your life. Setting some simple goals, building a support network, and being kind to yourself is a solid start.
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Nearly everyone deals with occasional mental health issues, and not every person who uses alcohol or drugs has a problem. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to know if you need help and when to get it. This guide can help you figure out when it’s time to seek treatment.
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By: Kerin D., The Rehab Center Alumna I don’t know when it stopped being fun. Because it was. For years it was really fun. Laughing with my friends, doing silly things I…
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Accelerated resolution therapy (ART) is a relatively new evidence-based psychotherapy. It is proving to be an effective intervention for trauma, depression, and many other mental health concerns.
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A huge part of the country’s recent drug use rise has been the ongoing fentanyl epidemic. Fentanyl is a synthetic drug, and a fentanyl overdose can be deadly. Individuals who get hooked on fentanyl will need treatment for fentanyl addiction.
Read moreFentanyl has seen a massive spike in use over the past few years, resulting in a huge increase in addiction and deaths. There were over 56,000 deaths attributable to fentanyl in 2020.
Read moreSynthetic drugs are chemical drugs manufactured in a lab. Although some are manufactured to treat medical conditions, many are produced only for their psychoactive or psychedelic effect. Understanding the difference between natural vs. synthetic drugs is the first step to understanding how dangerous these drugs can be — and the first step toward getting help to overcome an addiction.
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By: Jerome D., The Rehab Center Alumnus Over the last few years, my life has changed drastically. Prior to this, I had a decade-long relationship that I never thought I would be…
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