Going to rehab for the first time can be a scary thing, no doubt. You might even be unsure if you’ve made the right decision. However you’re feeling, knowing what to expect can help you feel more confident as you head to rehab.
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Individualized Addiction Treatment: Why It’s Essential for Recovery
Millions of people in the United States suffer from addiction. Although these people all share the same disease, they come from different backgrounds and have varying life experiences, physical and mental health factors, and unique treatment needs.
What Is An Addiction Assessment?
If you’ve never been to drug rehab before, you’ll likely have a lot of questions when you first get started. You’re also likely to hear addiction treatment professionals talk about a lot of unfamiliar topics, such as an addiction assessment. So, what is an addiction assessment?
Are You Enabling a Loved One’s Addiction?
When a loved one is struggling with addiction, everyone in the family suffers as well. There’s no escaping the effects of addiction, yet too many family members engage in behavior that allows the addict to avoid facing the consequences for his or her actions.
What Is Trauma-Informed Care For Addiction?
Did you know nearly two-thirds of all individuals receiving treatment for drug abuse report being physically, sexually or emotionally abused as a child? While this statistic can’t be attributed as a singular cause for drug abuse, research shows that traumatic childhood experiences such as abuse, neglect, crime, or accidents can lead to addictive behaviors later in life.