Updated on October 7th, 2020 How to Go to Rehab and Keep Your Job Working up the courage to admit you have a substance abuse problem is hard enough, but committing to a long-term drug rehab program can be even more challenging, especially when you have a job to maintain and your personal reputation to […]
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Define Your “Higher Power” In Drug and Alcohol Rehab
At Nova Recovery Center, our drug and alcohol rehab programs are rooted in evidence-based treatment practices such as 12-step facilitation therapy. This specific type of therapy aids in treating drug and alcohol addiction by helping recovering addicts modify their behaviors and attitudes.
What Is Evidence-Based Addiction Treatment?
Updated on August 24th, 2020 Evidence-based treatment is a term you may have come across while researching your options for addiction treatment. It’s important to understand what the term means and how it may impact your addiction treatment and experience in drug and alcohol rehab.
A Snowy Winter Reminder and the Beauty of Change
Last night here in Texas, we had a rare winter’s snow. As startling as it is to suddenly be driving home from work facing a full assault of thick, white snowflakes, all was forgiven this morning when we awoke to see a gorgeous blanket of white coating the browns and pale greens of a typical […]
What to Do When a Loved One Leaves Drug Rehab Early
There is never a good reason to leave drug rehab before fully completing a program, but unfortunately, it does happen sometimes. If you receive a phone call from your loved one saying he or she wants to come home, it might be tempting to give them what they want, but doing so would only hurt […]
8 Reasons People Avoid Going to Rehab
Updated on July 15th, 2020 Did you know that 70-80 percent of people with chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and diabetes receive treatment while only 1 in 10 people suffering from addiction receive treatment?1 Despite the prevalence of addiction in the United States, very few Americans get the treatment they need. Although you […]
Is Inpatient or Outpatient Rehab Right for You?
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text use_border_color=”off” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”3.7″] Just as each individual experiences addiction differently, treatment should also vary based on the unique circumstances and needs of each person. Outpatient rehab and inpatient rehab both offer some great advantages for individuals who are seeking to reclaim their lives from addiction […]
Everything You Need to Know About FMLA
Everything You Need to Know About FMLA There are many factors that keep people from getting the substance abuse treatment that they need. For some, it may be a lack of childcare that poses a problem. For others, it may be a fear of judgment or rejection by their family. For many, the decision to […]
5 Reasons Why Spending Holidays in Rehab is Right
Spending the holidays in rehab away from your family may sound extremely unappealing—and understandably so. For many people, the holidays are spent in a group environment, celebrating with special activities, parties, and games. There are always plenty of food, drinks, and fun to be had, and it’s a great time to catch up with family […]
Why Gender-Specific Treatment Works
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, women are just as likely as men to become addicted (and vice versa) but that doesn’t mean they experience addiction in the same way. Men and women use drugs differently, have unique responses to them and face different obstacles while in treatment.