By Jennifer McDougall Falling into the cycle of addiction can happen to anyone and when treating a substance abuse related issue, one-sized-fits-all recover models simply are not the most effective way of…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “Complete honesty is not the same thing as full disclosure.” ― Ron Brackin When an individual seeks help for an addiction or substance use disorder, it is not…
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By Jennifer McDougall Addiction (defined as a state characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences) generally begins with the desire to escape—pain, loss, heartache, rejection, discomfort, anxiety, chemical imbalances…
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By Jennifer McDougall Sitting back and watching a loved one spiral out of control is heart-wrenching. The person you once knew has become angry, unstable, and quite possibly irresponsible. We know that…
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I want to thank Pax by inspiring me to endure through the pains of my withdrawal symptoms. Thanks to him, I feel that I can work with any challenges in the future.…
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Cannabis (or more commonly known as marijuana, weed, or pot) is a very popular and prevalent drug in the United States. It is even legal for medicinal purposes in some states; however,…
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Executives and high-powered career professionals who find they needing drug rehab often have specific needs, requirements and concerns. Professionals in demanding career positions tend to be high-functioning, and often have been maintaining…
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Many people seeking drug or alcohol treatment find themselves unwilling to subscribe to the disease concept of addiction, and wanting something more than just the typical, conventional 12-step programs. Many non-12 step…
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Although it may seem like just an added perk and not necessary for complete healing, attending a luxury rehab center does have numerous therapeutic advantages. Although there are thousands of drug rehab…
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LSD is a psychotropic hallucinogenic drug that has been popular and present in the United States for many years. Although LSD use does not result in extreme physical withdrawal symptoms, repeated use…
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It is estimated that at least 90% of Americans have been exposed to at least one form of addiction in their lives, whether it is a behavioral or a substance addiction. Behavioral…
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Drug and alcohol addiction undoubtedly makes an impact on the lives of everyone it involves; not just the dependent individual. It effects friends, family, and often times co-workers experience the negative behaviors…
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We are the world’s most innovative and effective residential drug and alcohol treatment program, partly due to our treatment teach approach. Unlike other treatment centers, Passages is not 12-step based and rather focuses…
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We believe addiction is caused by various underlying and unresolved issues. Dependent individuals typically use drugs and/or alcohol as part of a coping mechanism to deal with past and/or present trauma and pain. At many 12-step rehab programs,…
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Animal-assisted therapy (particularly Equine assisted psychotherapy (EAP) and canine therapy) is one of the most effective forms of experiential therapy available and has proven to be fun, nurturing, and very therapeutically beneficial…
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There are several early warning signs to look out for if you believe yourself or someone you know is starting on the path towards alcohol abuse. According to the National Institute for…
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Ecstasy use has increased in recent years and is considered a fairly new street drug; however, the consequences of ecstasy abuse are very severe. Deaths from ecstasy can occur due to overdose,…
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Ecstasy use has increased in recent years and is considered a fairly new street drug; however, the consequences of ecstasy abuse are very severe. Deaths from ecstasy can occur due to overdose,…
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There are numerous benefits of attending an inpatient drug rehab program. Alcohol and drug addiction wreaks havoc on the body, causing vitamin deficiency, extreme fatigue and an inability to focus or remember…
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Chemical dependency is a term used to describe the condition of individuals addicted to drugs or alcohol. Essentially, chemical dependency is the compulsive use of chemicals (drugs or alcohol) and the inability…