In 2017, an estimated 20.7 million people needed treatment for a substance use disorder but only 4 million people received treatment (about 19% of those who needed it).1 One of the most common reasons people don’t receive treatment is a lack of financial ability. Fortunately, several different options can relieve the burden of paying for […]
Asking questions is an essential part of finding the right drug rehab program for yourself or a loved one. If you’ve never had to search for an addiction treatment provider, this obstacle can seem scary and overwhelming. How do you know who you can trust? How can you feel confident that you are making an […]
Yesterday, on March 5, 2019, the FDA approved the use of ketamine for treatment-resistant depression. The new drug Spravato is a nasal spray that will only be available at specialty pharmacies, clinics, and doctor’s offices. Patients are not allowed to take it home with them. Although access to Spravato is highly restricted and it can […]
The decision to go to rehab is an important one and it requires a lot of thought and consideration. Along with considering the cost of rehab and the location, one of many factors most people consider when choosing a rehab program is the duration of treatment. So, how long is drug rehab?
Following the approval by the House and Senate, President Trump recently signed a new package of bipartisan bills into law, aimed at strengthening the federal government’s response to the U.S. opioid crisis.
If you want to overcome addiction and are contemplating what type of treatment can give you the optimal chance for an effective and lasting recovery, experts say that long-term residential drug rehab is the best choice. That’s based on statistics, not guesswork. The American Society of Addiction Medicine says addiction is a “primary, chronic disease […]