by Robert Alexander Center | Mar 18, 2024 | Blog
Ninety days can seem like an eternity or just a blink of an eye depending on the context. For individuals seeking recovery from drug addiction, a 90-day residential treatment program can be a pivotal lifeline, a structured period that pledges a journey from dependency...
by Robert Alexander Center | Mar 15, 2024 | Blog
Facing the reality of a close friend or loved one battling substance abuse can be a heart-wrenching experience. It’s a challenge that demands patience, understanding, and sometimes, a playbook to navigate the complexities of caring for someone in recovery. When...
by Robert Alexander Center | Mar 12, 2024 | Blog
Dealing with addiction is often compared to journeying into the darkest corner of our psyche; a labyrinth where the path to sobriety is riddled with the phantoms of our past and the uncertainties of our future. Integrating mental health into drug and alcohol treatment...
by Robert Alexander Center | Mar 9, 2024 | Blog
Addiction does not just affect the individual grappling with it; it casts a long shadow over the family, coloring their every interaction with fear, confusion, and sometimes, heart-wrenching despair. Yet, in the face of this monumental struggle, families often become...
by Robert Alexander Center | Mar 6, 2024 | Blog
Mental health and substance use disorders have long been interwoven into the fabric of human experience, each one influencing the trajectory of the other. Known as the dual diagnosis, co-occurring disorders are remarkably common, complex, and unfortunately, not always...
by Robert Alexander Center | Mar 2, 2024 | Blog
The human brain is a marvel of evolution, complete with intricate systems designed to promote survival and well-being. Perhaps the most celebrated of these is the reward system, a complex network that reinforces behaviors critical to our existence, such as eating,...
by Robert Alexander Center | Feb 28, 2024 | Blog
The journey to sobriety is a deeply personal and transformative one. Embracing a sober lifestyle requires not just a single decision, but a series of ongoing commitments. For many individuals, the first step in this life-changing journey is seeking assistance from...
by Robert Alexander Center | Feb 24, 2024 | Blog
When it comes to addiction treatment, people have the option of choosing between residential addiction programs and outpatient programs. As the name implies, residential addiction treatment involves residing at the treatment facility for the duration of treatment....
by Robert Alexander Center | Feb 21, 2024 | Blog
Watching your loved one struggling with addiction is heart-wrenching. You’ve tried talking to them, pointing out how their addiction has affected them and your family but it isn’t enough. It’s gotten so bad that you’re now contemplating having them involuntarily...