Holidays are a time to have a little fun. But if you’re in recovery, figuring out how you will manage your sobriety at the same time can be stressful. But with a bit of planning and the right group of friends, you’ll be able to have a spooky and sober Halloween to remember. It’s all…
Helping a loved one that has an alcohol addiction isn’t easy. The most challenging part can be that they don’t want to be helped. Staging an intervention may be the most effective way to reach someone who needs help for an alcohol use disorder. But approaching someone you care about can be tricky. Calling in…
Figuring out which outpatient treatment options are right for you can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. If you’re worried about managing your everyday life while receiving the treatment you so desperately need, then an intensive outpatient program (IOP) may be right for you. Outpatient rehab programs can vary by treatment facility with…
Heroin addiction is rampant across the United States. Heroin’s effect is strong, and it is relatively inexpensive as compared to other drugs, so it makes it a go-to high for many drug users. It can negatively affect how you function physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. Heroin has no medically approved use, like medication-assisted treatment (MAT),…
For 2021, October 10th is recognized as World Mental Health Day by the World Health Organization (WHO). It will be a day to focus on and raise awareness about mental health issues worldwide and come together to support mental health initiatives. At Solution Based Treatment, we celebrate this day as well, in our pursuit as…
OxyContin is a brand name of oxycodone, a prescription opioid medication that is prescribed for pain management. When used as prescribed by a doctor, it can do exactly what it’s meant for – manage pain so that it doesn’t interfere with a happy and productive life. But, unfortunately, just like any drug, it is also…