Living with an untreated mental health condition can be difficult. No matter which condition you suffer from, the symptoms of a psychiatric disorder can greatly impact your ability to function in your daily life. According to John Hopkins Medicine, “An estimated 26% of Americans ages 18...
Mental health is a common issue in the United States. According to research completed by the National Institutes of Health, “Nearly one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness (52.9 million in 2020).”[1] With that being said, it is clear that mental health...
Heroin addiction is known to be one of the most difficult addictions to overcome. Heroin is a powerful and addictive opioid. Abusing heroin can lead to a range of serious consequences to your health, relationships, and emotional wellbeing. Using heroin for even a short time can...
Co-occurring disorders are characterized by an individual having a substance use disorder and at least one additional mental health condition. For example, an individual who suffers from alcoholism and bipolar disorder has co-occurring disorders. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, “approximately 9.2...
Addiction is a chronic and progressive disease that must be treated through a range of evidence-based therapies, medical interventions, self-help groups, and a combination of additional recovery approaches. Without professional treatment, the lasting effects of addiction will begin to cause physical, psychological, social, financial, and...
Addiction treatment does not come in a one-size-fits-all approach. For treatment to be effective, it must be custom-tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. One way treatment programs help meet the needs of various individuals is by offering multiple levels of care. If you...
Lack of financial resources is one of the most common barriers that stop people from seeking the addiction treatment they need. Although drug rehab can be costly, the treatment you receive will save you money in the long term. You will be shocked how much...
Most addiction treatment programs last approximately 28-30, 60, or 90 days. While different people have different needs, a 28-day drug rehab program is usually not long enough to provide adequate care for lasting sobriety. Most addiction experts agree that patients need at least 90 days...
Xanax (alprazolam) is a benzodiazepine medication that is used to treat a range of anxiety and panic disorders. While it is effective when used as directed, the medication can be highly addictive if abused because of its relaxing and calming side effects. Xanax addiction can...
Addiction takes its toll on your body, mind, and relationships. The choice to seek treatment and commit fully to lifelong recovery is one of the best decisions you will ever make. But this doesn’t mean that the road will be smooth and easy. Instead, you...
