Meth comes in several forms, including kinds you can smoke. While any type of smoking can take a toll on your lungs, both regular and non-regular meth use can cause toxic injury to the lungs. It is an extremely addictive and potent central nervous system stimulant that can produce intense euphoria, decreased appetite, and increased…
In case you hadn’t heard, our very own Scott Brown was recently profiled in the Leaders Globe! While we don’t do this work for the recognition, it’s uplifting to have someone notice our success. As an addict in recovery, Scott understands the debilitating effects of addiction and the importance of offering people an authentic, people-centered…
When it comes to the types of therapy available to you at Solution Based Treatment, you have many options. Our team offers a comprehensive level of care that includes individual and group therapy, mental health support, and evidence-based treatment. We also see music therapy as a valuable part of recovery at SBT. You may be…
Every year on April 7, the World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Health Day. From its inception at the First Health Assembly in 1948 and since taking effect in 1950, the celebration has aimed to create awareness of a specific health theme to highlight a priority area of concern for the World Health Organization. Over…
At Solution Based Treatment, we understand that substance abuse disorders affect men and women differently. We offer men’s and women’s gender-specific treatment programs that are tailored to the emotional and medical needs of each gender. These programs remove the distractions that can arise by being around the opposite sex and help clients feel more comfortable…
Alcohol Awareness Month is a public health program organized by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD). The program’s goal is to increase outreach and education about the dangers of alcoholism and issues related to alcohol. The program was started in 1987 to educate college-aged students who took advantage of their newfound freedom…
Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a type of prescription drug used to treat insomnia, panic disorders, and anxiety. These drugs are highly addictive when abused, creating long-term health risks and leading to worsening of mental health disorders. Treatment is necessary when benzo abuse occurs, as people cannot stop using it on their own. At Solution Based Treatment,…
The term doctor shopping refers to the practice of visiting multiple doctors in order to acquire a larger number of prescription medications. It often happens when a person runs out of a prescription too soon because they are taking more than expected. When this is a medication such as a painkiller, it may be due…
Developing faith may seem impossible, especially for someone who has led a difficult life. Watching people develop faith–sometimes for the first time in their lives–is a beautiful part of working at Solution Based Treatment and Detox. For some, having faith in recovery is essential. It provides a foundation for healing, forgiveness, and self-worth. At Solution…
Alcoholism and depression can occur at the same time. Alcohol is a depressant drug, which means it slows down the function of the central nervous system. In some cases, people turn to alcohol as a way to stop thinking about the negative aspects of their life brought on by depression symptoms. Treatment of both conditions…