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.
Substance use disorders can impact people from all walks of life, and getting treatment for addiction to drugs or alcohol is crucial to begin the journey to recovery. However, the cost of substance use disorder treatment can be a barrier to getting the necessary help. Medicaid coverage for drug addiction…
If you have ever tried to stop opioid use cold turkey, then you know that the withdrawal symptoms can be intense and frightening. Getting help for an opioid use disorder is always the best option, but it can be intimidating to sign up for a treatment program when you don’t…
Medication for addiction treatment and medically assisted detox can greatly impact the success of someone’s recovery. One of the most effective drugs for opioid and opiate addiction treatment is Suboxone. Suboxone is a brand name of a buprenorphine/naloxone medication. Other brand names include Sublocade, Brixadi, and Subutex. There are numerous…
Substance use disorders (SUDs) know no boundaries, as they affect people from all walks of life. An SUD can be incredibly difficult to overcome on your own, as the disorder can have a negative impact on all areas of life. Acknowledging the harmful effects of an SUD is simply the…
Does Medicaid cover drug rehab? Simply put, yes, Medicaid does cover drug and alcohol rehabilitation treatment. Dealing with addiction and reaching out for treatment or professional help may have financial implications. With Medicaid, you are covered even though the amount of coverage may vary. This should not deter you from…
March is Self-Harm Awareness Month, also referred to as Self-Injury Awareness Month. Many people are not aware of the signs that someone they love is engaging in self-harm. This behavior is generally secretive, so the symptoms are not always obvious. Here, you will learn how to identify self-injuring and what…
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week was created to help bust the myths about substance use disorder (SUD). Many people still carry outdated perceptions of this disorder and the treatment facilities that help overcome it. Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) has changed the way substance use disorders are treated so…
To truly heal from trauma and substance use disorder, you need a comprehensive range of addiction recovery resources. One of the most valuable resources you can have is the services of a social worker. March is National Social Workers Month, a time in which the tireless efforts of these selfless…
While the opioid-related mortality crisis continues to escalate, essential questions about addiction treatment in America remain unanswered. Different treatment programs offer different services, and even policymakers and regulatory bodies disagree on what constitutes quality addiction treatment. Our BrightView addiction treatment center staff has begun to answer some of these questions…
