If someone in your life is abusing drugs or alcohol, you may be frustrated with their lack of willpower or their unwillingness to change. If you’re dealing with substance abuse in your own life, you may be frustrated with these things in yourself. In reality, drug and alcohol addicts are no longer making bad decisions. …
Addiction recovery is fraught with many challenges. You’ll manage your first one by just getting over the hurdle of reaching out for help. After that, you’ll work through your withdrawal symptoms and begin rebuilding your life. With all of that behind you, it might seem as though the rest of your journey should be smooth …
Drug and alcohol addiction can be a sensitive subject, especially for those who are currently struggling with it or who are in recovery. Addiction is a disease that can affect anybody, yet many people still see it as a moral failing, as if they wouldn’t fall victim to it if they were a stronger or …
The fact that you’re envisioning yourself in a recovery program is powerful. Even though you’re concerned about trying times that could arise, you are still picturing yourself as a member of a recovery community. While understanding that some situations will have to be tackled as they arise, you can still learn about specific strategies to …
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Completing a treatment program and attaining sobriety is one of the biggest achievements a recovering addict will accomplish. That said, this milestone is merely the beginning of their journey. Maintaining sobriety is a lifelong effort often filled with numerous challenges and obstacles. In many instances, the first year of such a transition is the most …
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Interacting with individuals seemingly under the influence of drugs or alcohol can prove challenging. The associated difficulties could be more pronounced when said subject is a co-worker or employee. Fortunately, there are actions those facing this dilemma can execute in the hopes of rendering the process somewhat simpler. Problems Associated With A Substance Dependent Co-Worker …
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Pain is a natural sensation that humans and animals experience when they are injured. Pain from an injury can be dull, sharp, throbbing, or shooting. When pain persists, it can become very difficult to function daily because of the discomfort and distraction it causes. It is a common question that many people ask themselves: How …
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Different drugs, prescription, and illegal substances alike have different sensations on their users. Some, like heroin, elicit feelings of euphoria, while others give the user a false sense of security. Since these substances give you a feeling of empowerment, you can end up in addiction. Similarly, breaking an addiction varies depending on the substance in …
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America is mired in a collective problem that has to do with opioid addiction. From shore to shore, Americans are abusing opioid substances like heroin, fentanyl, and even their own prescription painkillers. At a time in the U.S. where families are struggling, this is a problem that figures to get worse before things will start …
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So you’ve made the decision to enter rehab for substance abuse—congratulations! You just took a very exciting step in the direction of a healthier, happier life. Whether it’s you that will be attending rehab or a loved one, know that it is a journey to be celebrated not a destination, and it will not be …
Seacrest Recovery Center Ohio is a substance abuse treatment center located in Columbus, OH. We utilize both traditional and holistic therapies and are comprehensive in our approach. Our treatment plans are customized for each individual based on their presenting issues. By developing a comprehensive individualized treatment plan for each of our clients, we are able to create a therapeutic environment that fosters physical, emotional, and spiritual growth and well being.
