by admin | Mar 3, 2021 | Blog
Many people think of addiction as a one-dimensional problem. They think mainly of the physical symptoms and cravings or the emotional struggles associated with substance misuse. As such, it’s tempting to feel like the solution to addiction could be one-dimensional as...
by Darren | Jan 10, 2019 | Blog
If you love someone with a substance use disorder, whether they’re a spouse, parent, sibling, child, or friend, it’s important to set clear boundaries for the terms of your relationship. Substance use robs your loved one of the ability to think clearly. Instead of...
by Darren | Jan 5, 2019 | Blog
Unfortunately, addicts in recovery are not treated in the same manner as people living with other chronic illnesses. There are a number of points their loved ones, friends, and others can find difficult to understand and accept, which can lead to uncomfortable...
by parris | Dec 31, 2018 | Blog
People suffering from the disease of addiction and alcoholism have a very difficult time seeing the problem for what it is. This is because of the defense mechanism of denial. Denial has been known to stand for ” don’t even ...
by Darren | Dec 10, 2018 | Blog
Drug and alcohol addiction are lifelong diseases, yet many assume they’re more like bacterial infections, where a prescribed dose of antibiotics will cure the patient. Being an addict is a condition more like having diabetes, which benefits from a thorough...
by Darren | Oct 27, 2018 | Blog
What credentials does the program’s clinical staff hold, and how much education was needed to acquire those credentials? – Credentials and licenses ensure that the person providing treatment meets nationally recognized standards for professional practice. It is...
