When you first start going to therapy, you might be unsure about what it will be like. Will it be an hour of questions about your family and relational history? Will your therapist hold up some pictures, ask you what you see, and then say nothing about what that means? There are many different kinds…
The rising costs of medical care could have you wondering – “what’s the difference between PPO and HMO insurance?” If that question sounds familiar, this is your article! We’ll explain both policy types in easy to understand terms and help you determine which might benefit you the most. Keep reading for all the details. What…
Are you or someone in your life struggling with substance abuse? Drug and alcohol addiction continues to be a rising problem in the United States. Fortunately, there’s hope for anyone willing to seek help. This article takes a look at the types of treatment for addiction outside of rehab facilities. After all, addiction recovery isn’t…
When it comes to substance abuse, there’s a ton of stigma and misconceptions attached to not only the word but the sufferer as well. Even though it’s slowly becoming less taboo now than ever before, there are still common misconceptions hanging on. Learn about these common judgments below. 1. Substance Abuse Is A Choice Those…
If you are seeking treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, you may be concerned about what types of treatment will be covered by your health insurance plan. For addicts seeking recovery for drug and alcohol addiction at a New Hampshire drug rehab, treatment is often nearer and more affordable than they fear. Whether or not…
You’ve just done something very difficult. You’ve confronted your addiction and entered the long process of recovery. Now you’re returning to a life both familiar and strange as you practice new skills and new coping mechanisms. Sobriety offers a richer, fuller life, but it may not always feel that way at first. Here are seven…
In recent years, studies showed that over 14 million people suffer from alcoholism. One of the worst ways to find out you have an alcohol problem is through a DUI stop. Getting a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrest can make it difficult for you to get your life in order because of the ramifications…
Just like one would never shame a diabetic for a dangerous blood sugar spike, one should never shame someone with a substance use disorder for a relapse. However, getting back on the horse and preventing further setbacks requires taking accountability for the role one does play in any given series of events. When a relapse…
Whether or not you know someone who is struggling with drug addiction, alcoholism, or substance use disorder, chances are you’ve heard of intervention. “Intervention” is a broad term that means different things to different people. Broadly speaking, an intervention is a pre-planned attempt by one or more people to encourage an addict or alcoholic to…
From the outside, addiction seems like a simple case of cause and effect in that people use because they want to. The reality is, addiction is the result of a complex series of events, stimuli, and physical processes. The reasons for getting addicted to substances is often complex and getting clean from their use can…