Last Updated on June 5, 2025 Primary Care Providers and Addiction: How Your Family Doctor Can Be the First Step to Recovery When you’re struggling with a substance use disorder, knowing where to begin can feel overwhelming. For many people, the idea of walking into a treatment center or calling a rehab facility right away […]
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Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors / Psychologists
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors & Psychologists: Experts in Behavioral Therapy for Addiction Recovery Recovery from addiction requires more than detoxing the body—it demands healing the mind. The psychological side of addiction is deeply rooted in patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. This is where licensed alcohol and drug […]
Addiction Psychiatrists
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 Addiction Psychiatrists: Bridging Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment When it comes to treating substance use disorders, medical expertise alone is not enough. Addiction is deeply intertwined with mental health, and for many individuals, recovery requires support from a professional who can address both at once. That’s where addiction […]
Addiction Medicine Physicians
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 Addiction Medicine Physicians: The Experts Guiding Medical Recovery from Substance Use Disorders Addiction is a complex, chronic medical condition that affects not only the mind but also the body. For those struggling with substance use disorders, the road to recovery often begins with more than just willpower—it requires expert […]
Aftercare Planning & Recovery Programs
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 Aftercare Planning and Recovery Programs: The Key to Long-Term Sobriety Completing a rehab program is a significant milestone, but it’s only the beginning of the recovery journey. Addiction is a chronic, relapsing condition—much like diabetes or heart disease—which means treatment doesn’t stop after detox or inpatient care. This is […]
Therapy and Counseling (Addiction Therapy)
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 Therapy and Counseling in Addiction Treatment: The Core of Long-Term Recovery After the physical symptoms of substance use begin to subside through detox, the true work of recovery begins: addiction therapy. Detox alone is never enough. Without addressing the deep-rooted emotional, psychological, and behavioral aspects of addiction, the risk […]
Detoxification (Drug Detox)
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 Detoxification (Drug Detox): The First Step Toward Addiction Recovery When someone decides to break free from the grip of substance addiction, the first major hurdle they face is withdrawal. For those addicted to alcohol, opioids, or other substances, detoxification, often called drug detox, is the critical starting point. This […]
Intake & Assessment
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 What to Expect During Intake & Assessment in Addiction Treatment When someone takes the first step toward recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, their journey begins with a crucial process known as intake and assessment. This initial evaluation sets the stage for a personalized and effective treatment experience. At […]
What Is an Alcoholic? Signs, Risks, and the Path to Detox and Recovery
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 What Is an Alcoholic? Signs, Risks, and the Path to Detox and Recovery When it comes to understanding alcohol use, there are important distinctions between moderate drinking, heavy drinking, and alcoholism. While heavy drinking is based on volume, alcoholism—clinically referred to as Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)—is defined by a […]
What Is Considered a Heavy Drinker?
Last Updated on June 5, 2025 What Is Considered a Heavy Drinker? Most people enjoy an occasional drink without significant problems. But what exactly makes someone a “heavy drinker,” and why does it matter? Heavy drinking is typically defined by consuming alcohol at levels far above moderate guidelines, which increases the risk of health issues […]