Tag: What is considered long term sobriety
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Common Prescription Drugs That can Lead to Addiction
Prescription drugs are often among the most easily accessible, making them among the most commonly abused substances. They are also often referred to as “gateway drugs.” It’s essential to be
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Meth Withdrawal Symptoms
Meth addiction remains a massive problem in the United States. Modern meth labs are sophisticated in producing and shipping meth around the country. This situation has increased dependence and addiction
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5 Commonly Abused Painkillers
Painkillers are among the most abused drugs. The opioid epidemic is well-known but has only been made worse by the pandemic. People who were already suffering because of low income,
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5 Benefits of Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment
Prescription drugs are one of the most commonly abused substances. Common prescription drugs that are abused include opiates, ADHD medications, benzodiazepines (“benzos”), as well as a range of other prescription
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Why Are Prescription Drugs So Dangerous?
There are several significant dangers concerning highly addictive prescription drugs. One issue is the ease of access. Too often, illicit substances are left unattended in a household medicine cabinet, and
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Do I Need an IOP?
At any stage of recovery, it’s possible to find yourself struggling. Before negative thought patterns and problematic behaviors become an issue, it’s best to consider preventative measures. At Solution Based
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Preparing for an Intensive Outpatient Program
Before you begin an intensive outpatient program, it’s a good idea to prepare for the change in your daily schedule and routine. An IOP at Solution Based Treatment & Detox
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What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program?
Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) are popular choices for those looking to continue treatment that is a step down from inpatient care and partial hospitalization. Some choose an intensive outpatient program
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PHP Vs. IOP
When considering the appropriate level of care, it’s important to reflect on your personal circumstances at this time. Considerations may include the severity of addiction, housing situation, employment status, childcare
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Preparing for a Partial Hospitalization Program
Before beginning a partial hospitalization program (PHP), it’s important to know what to expect. A person who is entering a PHP first needs to detox. Medical detox is always recommended
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What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program?
When choosing the right program for you or your loved one, you need to meet the person where they are in their life at this moment. People often ask about
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5 Benefits of a Partial Hospitalization Program
There are many misconceptions about why individuals may want to consider a partial hospitalization program (PHP). Clients generally choose a PHP to manage a substance abuse disorder (SUD) in an
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Why Alcohol Withdrawal Causes Brain Fog
Getting through the stages of withdrawal in alcohol rehab can put you through some nasty symptoms and side effects. Without a professional alcohol rehab program, it can be nearly impossible
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15 Characteristics of an Enabler
When someone has become addicted to drugs or alcohol, they usually haven’t gotten that far in their drug use all on their own. Close friends, family members, colleagues, or other
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5 Signs It’s Time to Hire an Addiction Interventionist
When someone you care about is abusing drugs or alcohol, their personality may seem to change entirely. In fact, their behaviors may seem out of character and distressing. Understanding the
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The 5 Stages of Meth Withdrawal
Meth detox and rehab can take you on a roller coaster ride. At times, it can feel grueling, yet other moments will be exciting and optimistic. Understanding the stages of
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The Difference Between Long-Term and Short-Term Sobriety
Traditional drug and alcohol rehab programs have left many people frustrated by the short-term support offered. Long-term sobriety can be difficult to achieve, but with more modern and holistic approaches,
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Inpatient vs Outpatient Rehab Success Rates
Choosing an addiction recovery program can be a challenge in itself, with so many different types of treatment available. After all, Inpatient vs. outpatient rehab success rates may factor into
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Common Street Names and Nicknames for Meth
Those who use meth are often included in a subculture that embraces drug use, to the point of coming up with slang or street names for meth. These names can
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How Does Faith-Based Recovery Work?
Getting through rehab, achieving sobriety, and maintaining it, can take enormous efforts, and sometimes you might feel you don’t have enough strength. Faith-based addiction recovery offers an outlet to those
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What to Expect during Relapse Prevention Therapy
Completing a rehab program can feel exciting, and it is indeed something worth celebrating. Maintaining sobriety long-term, however, can be challenging especially for those who are returning to homes that
