Addiction is a taxing and life-altering challenge, one that affects not only the person struggling with substance abuse but also their loved ones. Though individuals may be tempted to combat addiction through sheer willpower alone, they should know that they do not...
In Kentucky, the rate of addiction and substance abuse is higher than the national average—over one in five adults struggles with some form of drug or alcohol misuse. But what causes such a staggering prevalence of addiction? By working together to understand these...
Benzodiazepine addiction is a serious medical condition that can lead to severe mental health disturbances, physical dependence, and debilitating withdrawal symptoms. While it remains difficult to understand how exactly each individual may be affected by their...
Are you constantly worried about your alcohol consumption but not sure if it is damaging to your health or whether it could be classed as alcoholism? It can be difficult to know when and what kind of help may be needed, so exploring the signs and symptoms...
Our facility is committed to treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit – which includes individual counseling sessions, group therapy experiences, evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), yoga classes, medication management...
Dual Diagnosis and Self-Medication are two very important concepts to understand when it comes to co-occurring disorders. Dual diagnosis refers to the occurrence of both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder at the same time, while self-medication...
The easiest and most effective way to overcome addiction is by entering an addiction treatment program. These are offered in rehab facilities across the country and are broadly divided into residential or inpatient treatment programs and outpatient treatment...
Watching your loved one struggling with heroin or opioid addiction can be distressing. You want to help them but don’t quite know how. To make matters worse, they are in denial and refuse to accept that they have an addiction or that it’s taking a toll on their...
Klonopin, or clonazepam, is a medication in the benzodiazepine chemical class used to treat anxiety and panic disorder. If misused or abused, it can be highly addictive and have dangerous effects on one’s health. It is important to recognize the warning signs of...
For those struggling with substance abuse in Kentucky, integrated care treatment is an important option. Integrated care combines behavioral health and primary care services to deliver a holistic approach to substance abuse disorder (SUD) treatment. By providing...
