It’s not easy to find places to detox from drugs and alcohol, even if you’re looking for a detox center near you: What makes a good detox center? How will their programs help me or a loved one? What’s going to a detox center actually like? Is there a way to make drug detox easier? […]
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So, you have gone through drug detox, attended an inpatient rehab facility, and now you are ready to start entering back into the world. Sober living homes are one of the best options when recovering from substance use disorders (SUDs). Sober homes provide structure and support for your long-term recovery. Although not every sober living […]
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Detoxification, commonly called drug & alcohol detox, is the process by which your body expels drugs or alcohol from your system. Despite popular belief, this does not occur quickly. It can take days or weeks for substances to completely work themselves out of your body. You will most likely experience painful physical and mental withdrawal […]
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When you are moving into a sober living home, you may be excited but unsure of what to expect. You are entering into a space you will share with other residents. The home will be mostly furnished, so you will not need to bring furniture, basic home goods, or home decor. Here’s some helpful advice […]
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Fear is one of the primary emotions, which can motivate a person to behave in specific ways. Fear can hinder the treatment of substance use disorders (SUDs). What specific fears create barriers, and how can a person move past them into drug detox? This blog will touch on how to overcome some of the most […]
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Trigger warning: This article discusses child exploitation, eating disorders, suicide, and addiction. The “toddler-to-trainwreck” pipeline is the term for a phenomenon in the entertainment industry where children are pressured to take on adult responsibilities while denying them the care to gain the emotional maturity necessary to do so. This ultimately leads to mental illness and […]
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No two people with substance use disorder (SUD) experience the same healing process. The specific symptoms change depending on multiple factors. Similarly, the length of a detox stay varies greatly, even among people who used the same substance. The major factors that influence a detox stay include: The type of substance used Potency Duration of […]
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Receiving treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) is not as simple as walking through the front door of a mental health facility. The cost of treatment is a major barrier that can create hesitancy even if you are a motivated patient. The Crisis of Healthcare Costs The American healthcare system can bury you in hospital […]
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Though attitudes toward the transgender community are slowly shifting, negative biases still taint the medical field. Trans people face barriers that can prevent them from receiving treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Not all treatment facilities offer the necessary care for these people. Here are some simple tips on how to find a qualified detox center for […]
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What makes a good detox facility? When you are looking to place a client struggling with substance use disorder (SUD), you must take their unique needs into account. No two people need exactly the same treatment plan, and no single detox center is perfect for everyone. Need A Drug Detox Center? Here are 6 Things […]
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