While there’s a certain sense of celebration and accomplishment when you finish rehab, you or your family members may be wondering what to expect next. You want to continue with your sober lifestyle and your family and friends likely want to know how best to support you along the way. For that reason, finding a…
If you are committed to recovering from a substance abuse disorder, you may be considering an addiction treatment center. Naturally, if you’ve never been in such a place, you probably want to know what you can expect. In general, there’s a routine that is followed each day, which keeps your days ordered and allows you…
If you’ve been assigned court-ordered rehab, you’re probably wondering what to expect. Following the guidelines and regulations that are required along with your rehab is important for completing the program and to avoid penalties, fines or other consequences. This guide will help you understand what it is, how it works, and how it can benefit…
The sad truth is that many millions of people suffer from an addiction, with tens of thousands dying as a result of this each year. Despite these statistics, very few people seek out treatment to recover. Alcohol addiction is one such issue and it can be incredibly difficult to overcome on your own. For that…
There are a variety of ways to treat addictions, but cognitive behavioral therapy is becoming an increasingly effective choice that many therapists choose for their clients. Why? The idea is that addiction is often accompanied by disordered thought patterns, similar to depression or anxiety, so treatment that works for the latter conditions, can also work…
Struggling with an addiction can be scary and you may not know where to turn to for help. With the choices available to you, it can be difficult to determine which course of treatment is best for your needs. Do you need to recover in a residential alcohol rehab in Los Angeles, or would outpatient…
When you are looking for a rehab center in Los Angeles for yourself or a loved one, there’s no doubt that it can be an overwhelming and emotional process. Not all rehab centers are safe or effective and many are taking advantage of the continued opioid crisis by using unsafe treatment measures. For that reason,…
Have you tried to stop drinking or using a specific substance but found that you’re unable to slow your consumption, much less stop? Does it feel like your mind doesn’t function as well as it used to, or that you just can’t relate to people? Those are just some of the many problems that correlate…
Addiction to drugs or alcohol is disruptive, debilitating, and potentially deadly. It can be very easy for an individual to fall into the traps that abuse and addiction offer, and once you are there it may seem like you can never find a safe way out. While there are many people suffering from an addiction,…
Addiction can easily derail your life or the life of a loved one. Once addiction takes hold of you, the rest of your life becomes less important and secondary, and the only thing your body and mind want any more are the illicit drugs, alcohol, or prescription medications you have come to rely on so…