Why Individuals Leave Rehab Early — Overcoming Common Challenges
The decision to enter rehab is a commendable and brave step towards personal recovery. But, as many discover, the journey is not always linear. Numerous individuals find themselves departing from rehab programs earlier than anticipated, leading to critical conversations about the efficacy and approach of rehabilitation programs. Understanding Early Departure from Rehab Before delving into […]
How Do I Choose the Right Addiction Treatment Program?
Choosing the right addiction treatment program can be a challenging and overwhelming process. The initial task should be to determine if you are looking for an inpatient or outpatient program. Secondly, how long are you willing to stay in a treatment program? Learning as much as you can about what each program offers makes finding […]
The Difference Between Medical Opiate Addiction Treatment, Rehab and Peer Support
Comparing drug treatment options starts with understanding the difference between them. Once you know the difference between medical detoxification, rehab, peer support and other opiate addiction treatment options, you can determine which option will be right for you or your loved one. The average person often uses drug treatment center terms interchangeably — even some […]
How to Solve the Opioid Epidemic
Anyone who pays attention to current affairs to some extent knows that the world is currently facing an opioid epidemic. Compared to other countries, the U.S. has a substantial number of individuals using opioids. In 2017, over 130 Americans died daily from opioid-related overdoses, 81,000 Americans tried heroin for the first time and 2.1 million […]
Drug Rehab and 12 Step Programs – Harmful or Helpful?
Say the words “addiction recovery,” and many people immediately conjure up an image of Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous. These are called 12-step programs, named for a sequence of guiding principles or “steps” outlined by the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous. Despite their popularity, drug rehab, which preaches the necessity of suffering, is less safe and […]
