We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
Today, an increasing number of people are receiving addiction treatment remotely instead of in person. You may see this remote approach to treatment referred to by names such as telehealth or virtual addiction treatment. Virtual care may be provided one-on-one. However, many people take part in a virtual group therapy…
National Patient Recognition Day is an annual event that forms the heart of National Patient Recognition Week. The day and the week aim to highlight the needs of people receiving healthcare treatment in various settings. That includes people receiving treatment for substance use disorders. In this way, Recognition Day promotes…
National Marijuana Awareness Month is an annual event highlighting the dangers of this increasingly popular drug. Every year, close to 50 million people use marijuana at least once. And roughly one in every 10 of those people will develop a marijuana use disorder. Awareness Month is an excellent opportunity to…
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction in Ohio, Kentucky, or Virginia, then know that you are not alone. If someone in your family is trying to recover from addiction, then there are numerous support services that are available to you. Case management services can help you…
If your home environment or social circle contributes to your substance use disorder (SUD), you may be concerned about how you will sustain your sobriety after quitting drugs or alcohol. Not everyone has an ideal living situation for lasting recovery, which is why peer support in addiction recovery is an…
The holiday season can be overwhelming and stressful for anyone; however, it can be even more so for those in recovery. Most people who have been in recovery for a while or have a few years of experience with sobriety are more skilled at navigating the waters of temptation at…
When you take the step to get help for substance use disorder, you may be hard on yourself if you relapse before completing treatment. However, you must realize that recovery is a journey with many detours. Relapse is a normal part of that journey, so you must not beat yourself…
After you complete a substance use disorder treatment program, the success of your recovery depends on various factors. Many treatment centers offer continuing care programs such as aftercare or alumni programs to provide the support needed to maintain sobriety. Patients who enroll in these extended programs continue to benefit from…
The incidence of depression is rising in the United States, with tens of millions of Americans experiencing symptoms of this mental health condition. On a positive note, there is evidence that more people are starting to seek help for their depression. Regardless, there is still an alarming number of people…
