Music therapy, also known as Music Assisted Therapy or MAT, is a form of expressive art therapy that is often used in addiction recovery treatment programs to encourage those suffering from substance abuse disorder (SUD) to come to terms with the underlying issues that may have contributed to their addiction and to provide a constructive […]
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First Responders: Risk of Substance Abuse and Addiction
Emergency responders do incredible work, but they are people too. As a result, the risk of substance abuse and addiction among first responders is high.t comes with many physical and psychological strains that can negatively affect a person’s well-being. Emergency responders do incredible work, but they are people too. As a result, the risk of substance abuse and addiction among first responders is high.
What Does It Mean to Leave Rehab Against Medical Advice (AMA)?
No matter what type of medical care you’re receiving, it’s wise to follow the doctor’s orders. The same is true for substance use disorder treatment, however, individuals receiving this type of care are most likely to leave rehab against medical advice or AMA.
How to Deal With Homesickness In Rehab
Venturing out to a residential rehab center where everything is unfamiliar can be very challenging, especially if you’re far from close family and friends. Making the decision to go to rehab is a life-changing decision, but it’s also often a necessary one if you want to help yourself heal.