The Reset Month: Why August Is the Perfect Time to Realign in Recovery

Recovery

By dmcdonald dmcdonald Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 19, 2025 Updated: September 9, 2025 August doesn’t get the credit it deserves. It’s not a big resolution month. It’s not festive or reflective. It’s the breath before everything speeds up—the calm before fall schedules, back-to-school pressures, and holiday stress. But maybe that’s exactly what makes it so powerful. In recovery, we often wait for a breaking point to “start over.” But what if we reframed this moment—not as a relapse response or a dramatic overhaul, but as a gentle reset?…

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Understanding Overdose: Risk Factors, Warning Signs, and How to Save a Life

Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment Center

By dmcdonald dmcdonald Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 19, 2025 Updated: September 9, 2025 Expert Contributions From: Chief Tom Synan, Newtown Police Chief & Founding Member, Hamilton County Addiction Response Coalition and Gilbert Schmidt, State Medical Director, BrightView Each day in the United States, over 150 people die from overdoses involving synthetic opioids like fentanyl, according to the CDC.  Behind that staggering number are parents, siblings, children, friends — each with a story left unfinished. Overdose doesn’t just take lives; it leaves families reeling and communities searching for answers.…

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Grief & Recovery: How Loss Can Break Us—Or Make Us Stronger

Addiction Recovery

By dmcdonald dmcdonald Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 18, 2025 Updated: September 9, 2025 Contributors: Katie Spencer, LISW-S, Director of Behavioral Health, BrightView; Ruth Irwin, Pastor, Free People Church, Mt. Orab, OH Grief is one of the most universal—and most personal—experiences we face. It shows up differently for everyone. While some people move through it with the support of family or friends, others find themselves overwhelmed, stuck, or adrift. For those in recovery from substance use disorder, grief can become a powerful trigger—or an unexpected turning point. National Grief Awareness…

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How to Detox from Prescription Drugs

Drug Addiction Treatment, Drug Rehab, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 15, 2025 Updated: June 26, 2025 Prescription medications, including painkillers, can be an important part of treatment for many health conditions. But when not monitored carefully, or when taken in a way that differs from how they’re prescribed, these medications can lead to substance use disorder (SUD). If someone develops a dependence, the first step toward recovery is often medically supervised detox. Learning how to safely detox from prescription drugs is easier with professional support and guidance.  If you or someone…

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What Are the Most Addictive Painkillers?

Addiction Recovery, Drug Addiction Treatment, Opioid Addiction Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 8, 2025 Updated: June 26, 2025 Prescription painkillers are a part of daily life for many people. Whether someone is managing chronic pain or recovering from an injury, these medications are taken daily across the United States. While effective and relatively safe for temporary use, they can be highly addictive, especially when combined with other substances.  For anyone with a co-occurring disorder like depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), taking prescription opioid painkillers can more easily lead to dependence and…

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How to Get Drugs and Illicit Substances Out of Your System

Drug Addiction Treatment, Medication Assisted Treatment, Withdrawal

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 1, 2025 Updated: June 26, 2025 If you’re ready to stop using drugs and overcome substance use disorder (SUD), you might wonder how to get drugs out of your system. The most effective method for overcoming SUDs is to enlist the help of experienced addiction treatment professionals.  At BrightView, we provide a unique approach to SUD treatment. Our team of addiction specialists can help you or someone you care about heal from addiction, safely and comfortably. To start your journey to…

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What Are the Withdrawal Symptoms for Hydrocodone?

Medication Assisted Treatment, Opioid Addiction Treatment, Withdrawal

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 18, 2025 Updated: June 4, 2025 Hydrocodone is a commonly prescribed opioid medication used to treat moderate to severe pain. While effective in pain relief, it can also lead to physical dependence, especially when taken for an extended period or in higher-than-prescribed doses. When someone stops taking it, they may experience uncomfortable and even dangerous withdrawal symptoms.  If you’re considering stopping hydrocodone or supporting someone who is, it’s important to understand what the withdrawal process looks like and how to safely…

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What Are the Dangers of Detoxing at Home?

Medication Assisted Treatment, Recovery, Withdrawal

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 15, 2025 Updated: April 25, 2025 If you’re considering taking steps to overcome substance use, it’s normal to wonder whether you can handle detox on your own. For some, the idea of a private, self-guided recovery seems more manageable. But while the desire to start healing is a powerful first step, it’s important to understand the risks.   Without professional medical support, also known as withdrawal management services, detoxing alone can lead to serious complications. Many people find that starting with medication…

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