When it comes time to consider alcohol rehab recovery, the first step is understanding the difference between outpatient and intensive outpatient. Both offer different levels of care, and depending on your specific situation, one may be a better option than the...
Drug and alcohol abuse is a serious problem in the United States. Every year, it causes billions of dollars in damages. It also contributes to crime, violence, and other social problems. Addiction is a disease that affects the brain. It changes the way people...
Columbus, Indiana is no stranger to substance abuse. The high levels of drug abuse here happen largely due to the opioid crisis which has also significantly contributed to a large number of overdose deaths. The most commonly abused drugs include methamphetamine,...
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) was founded by Albert Ellis, Ph.D., and originated in the 1950s. It has the potential to treat substance abuse alongside other therapies. While it shares some similarities with CBT, these two therapies are not the same. If...
Wet brain, known medically as Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome is a brain disorder caused by an acute or chronic deficiency of Thiamine (vitamin B1). Though this condition can be found among those suffering from malnutrition, it is more commonly found among long-term...
If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction then you may be wondering how to get help and what may be the most promising course of action. One effective form of substance abuse addiction treatment is motivational interviewing (Mi). Take the time to learn...
Watching someone you love struggle with drugs and alcohol or having an addiction yourself can be a difficult situation to handle. However, the good news is that there is help and hope for those struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. These days, dialectical...
Experiencing addiction issues with drugs or alcohol or watching a loved one facing it can be a challenging and confusing time. It can be an even more difficult situation if you or someone you love is trying to get help but doesn’t have insurance. However, it...
Around 1 in 10 Americans will develop a substance abuse disorder at some point in their life. Sadly, only 25% of those will actively seek treatment. One of the main reasons that addicts resist drug rehab programs and the help of an addiction treatment center is...
Studies highlight that at least 2.7 million Americans have an opioid use disorder while it is also shown that around 130 deaths are recorded daily as a result of opioid use. As such, it has become an increasingly common reason for addiction treatment center...
