Why Dual-Diagnosis Programs Are Beneficial For First Responders
First responders are the true American heroes. Paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement officials such as police officers, work tirelessly so society can feel safe and secure. First responders are the solution to situations that seem like they have no solution. They display a level of courage that is almost unfathomable during the typical ‘work day’. […]
Neurotherapy & Addiction: All You Need To Know
Addiction and substance abuse aren’t a matter of self-control, they are a physiological disorder that runs much deeper. Attempting to become sober and live a life of recovery can be intimidating and may seem impossible to someone battling an addiction, but it’s certainly possible to live a fulfilling, drug and alcohol-free life. Treatment options such […]
Why You Should Never Detox From Drugs By Yourself
When you have a drug or alcohol problem, detoxing yourself is a dangerous choice. The problem with detoxing at home is that the withdrawals you go through need professional medical supervision. Withdrawal symptoms from detox are delusions, seizures, insomnia, vomiting, appetite changes, sleeping problem, anxiety, and poor concentration. Often medications or medical treatment is needed […]
How to Find Substance Abuse Treatment as a First Responder
Battling addiction is always tough. It can be even more difficult if you are a first responder and your reputation and livelihood are on the line due to substance abuse. That’s why Quest 2 Recovery in Lancaster, CA, has devoted an entire program for first responders to heal along with peers going through the same […]
How To Choose The Right Treatment Program For You
Being an addict is at best challenging. Taking the time to find the rehabilitation center that is going to work best for you is a must and is the fastest way to begin your recovery journey. There are plenty of factors to keep in mind when looking for the right treatment center for your particular […]
Are You Ready to Quit Heroin? Here’s How it’s Done
Among the numerous issues facing the modern healthcare system, addiction is among the most serious. There are countless people all over the country who are dealing with addiction to alcohol, drugs, and other dangerous substances. There has been a lot of attention paid to addiction over the past few years. The evaporation of the stigma […]
PTSD And Addiction In First Responders
First responders have a grueling job. They see things that most people may not ever even have nightmares about and many first responders do not have access to the therapy and the help that they need to be able to effectively deal with these horrible circumstances and the stresses they deal with each day. First […]
Stress & Addiction: How They Fuel Each Other
In the United States, 8 out of 10 people consider themselves stressed. Whether it be an internal force that causes their stress, like overthinking or fear of missing out, or external factors like family problems or troubles at work, there are a myriad of ways that stress can creep into our lives. According to the […]
5 Signs It’s Time To Intervene
Addiction will not only affect the life of an addict, but also those around them. Alcohol and drug addiction can break families, leaving lives in wrecks. You might be having someone battling drug or alcohol addiction, and you don’t know how to help. In most cases, talking to the victim might not provide excellent results. […]
The Benefits of Inpatient Rehab
An inpatient, residential treatment program has significant benefits that cannot be matched by an outpatient approach when it comes to addiction, no matter how well-constructed the outpatient approach might be. This is because there are no gaps between treatment phases with inpatient rehab, the environment is controlled, and the client doesn’t have much in the […]
