Of the millions of Americans who struggle with substance use disorders, approximately only one in ten seek treatment, though it is widely available. There are many reasons why people choose not to seek professional addiction treatment. Among the top is the time required for inpatient treatment and its restrictions on…
Sober living homes are group homes for people in recovery that are free of alcohol and drugs. Many individuals who have completed an addiction treatment program do not feel ready to return to their home environment right away. Sober living programs serve as a transition from inpatient treatment to independent…
Substance abuse treatment programs offer the opportunity to heal from drug and alcohol abuse and co-occurring mental health conditions that contribute to addiction. Of the millions of Americans affected by addiction, a significant portion of them sadly never choose to seek readily available professional help. For others, it can take…
Drug and alcohol detox and subsequent rehab programs are necessary treatments for addiction, but they are only the beginning of the recovery journey. After completing substance abuse treatment, people naturally have to return to their daily lives of work or school, family obligations, and general responsibilities. Completing treatment is an…
With literally hundreds of rehab centers in and around Los Angeles, trying to choose the one that best suits your needs can seem like an overwhelming task. However, choosing the right facility begins with knowing the different types of treatment available. If you are looking for a top-rated, luxury inpatient…
Substance abuse and addiction are pervasive in the United States, impacting the lives of millions of people every day. Substance use disorders have a ripple effect that starts with the affected individual and spreads out to have ramifications in all areas of their life, including relationships with family and friends.…
Mental health issues are rising in the United States. Specifically, anxiety and depression rates are steadily rising across the country. These conditions are especially prevalent in young people, a major change over the last two decades. Dangers that arise with mental health issues are the unsafe coping mechanisms, such as…