Understanding Insurance For Detox
Detox programs may have deductibles, cost-sharing schemes, or other restrictions, so it’s crucial to know your policy before looking into them. Medical detox, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, is insufficient to ensure a patient’s recovery because it ignores other addiction side effects (psychological, social or emotional. Long-term treatment from a holistic perspective […]
What You Need To Know About Medically-Assisted Detox
Medically-assisted detox is becoming a highly recognized treatment modality but many people still don’t understand what it is. If you have ever wondered why detox should be assisted with medical intervention, this is the article you need to read. What Is Medically-Assisted Detox? The weaning of a drug from your system under medical supervision is […]
The Ins And Outs Of Residential Care
Residential treatment is often a scary endeavor for someone who has not been through it. The ins and outs of residential care are pretty simplistic, offering a safe haven to many. Here you get a stable living environment, healthcare, healthy food, and plenty of therapy. Let’s explore what residential treatment looks like on average. What […]
An Important Part Of Recovery: Aftercare
The phrase “aftercare” has been used in the field of addiction therapy to describe the stage of treatment that follows a preliminary phase of more intensive care on the road to recovery. Studies show that continuing care therapies that had a lengthier planned duration, made more active attempts to offer treatment to patients, and were […]
Can Drug Rehab Be Fun?
The journey to recovery shouldn’t be a negative experience. Many people in rehab are extremely talented and some people that have been sober for years still look back fondly on their time in rehab thinking about singing and playing guitar after scheduling is done. It’s been said that “laughter is the best medicine”, well a […]
Healing The Family Unit From Substance Abuse
Eighty percent of the time, families are the ones that call on behalf of the victim. The family is affected by a substance use disorder (SUD). The familial context contains information about how SUDs emerge, are maintained, and what factors can influence the disorder’s treatment positively or adversely. Theoretical frameworks such as family systems theory […]
Taking Care Of Your Physical Health After Meth Addiction
Recovering from substance abuse often relies on treating the psyche. At the base of all addiction are mental struggles that need to be cared for. However, the physical body also needs to heal and become the best it can be after meth addiction. We are providing you with a guide in taking care of your […]
Can I Safely Detox On My Own?
It is not uncommon for people to fear the detoxification process from various substances. We hear horror stories about what it is like. The real truth lies in which substances you are abusing, how long you have been misusing them, and your physical health. Before you attempt any self-detox from a substance we highly encourage […]
How Long Does Adderall Withdrawal Last?
People who take large doses of Adderall for prolonged periods run the risk of developing Adderall addiction. When this happens, tolerance builds up, meaning it takes larger and more frequent doses to get the same effects as before. Adderall withdrawal is a result of the body recalibrating itself to function without the drug. While withdrawal […]
How To Stop Heart Palpitations From Adderall
Whether using Adderall as prescribed or recreationally, you have likely experienced heart palpitations. These alarming increases in your heart rate can make one feel like they are having a heart attack. At other times, it may feel like your heart is about to beat right out of your chest. Fortunately, heart palpitations can be managed. […]
