Most would agree that America has a chronic and pervasive problem when it comes to substance abuse. And this is not the opinion of a select few but rather a truism substantiated by multiple studies. One study, in particular, published by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), revealed that nearly 20 million […]
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Are opiates still used for chronic pain if you\’re in recovery? No! No, no and no. It\’s absolutely not allowed in either drug abuse treatment or recovery. It doesn\’t matter what your condition is; it\’s not acceptable and not allowed. Rehabs believe that no level of opioid use for pain is safe. They believe a
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Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) can offer individuals who suffer from opioid addiction with withdrawal symptom relief. Suboxone can also reduce the craving for drugs and can improve the effectiveness of additional treatment by lowering the chances of relapse. Even though this medication can be beneficial, there are also several reasons why an individual may want to stop
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After you have done all the hard work to get through rehab, you have a right to be proud about the start of your recovery. In the coming days, you will certainly face a number of challenges. The key to staying sober outside of rehab is remembering everything you learned in rehab. As you work
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For any couple, addiction can be one of the worst situations they will face together. Millions of couples who have to deal with an addicted spouse or significant other ends up breaking up over it. Many hang on during the recovery period for as long as they can, but they end up parting ways because
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Former patients that have gotten sober became aware of one fundamental truth while going through rehabilitation: Maintaining healthy relationships with their family and loved ones was a critical part of their recovery process. Whether they were someone that considered themselves an \’introvert\’ or \’quiet turned,\’ they needed human interactions and relationships to maintain their sanity
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Recovery sponsors are advocates for sobriety. They hold people accountable and help guide them through the next steps of life, whether it\’s getting a job, attending therapy or reconnecting with loved ones. AA or NA sponsors have completed a 12-step program and have been in recovery for at least one year. They use their first-hand
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The last thing we want for our children is to be led by addiction. Deciding to send your daughter to rehab is not always easy to do, but as a parent, we innately know what is right for our children, especially when their future is at stake. Fortunately, with so many successful centers to choose
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One of the concerns that many people who are trying to overcome and addiction to drugs or alcohol have is whether they will be admitted into a program if they fail a drug test. If you share this concern, this article may be of some interest to you. Generally speaking, most rehab facilities will presume
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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.
