Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, health providers have learned a great deal about the efficacy of remote provision of mental and medical healthcare. Now that telehealth is covered by most insurance companies, increasing numbers of people can access care. Telehealth addiction treatment is an excellent option for you or someone you…
A significant development in treating some substance use disorders (SUDs) has been discovering that certain medications can help curb cravings. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) combines therapy and medication to support recovery and avoid relapse. Currently approved for use in alcohol and opioid use disorders, MAT can make a big difference in your recovery. At CeDAR, we…
Are you struggling with opiate addiction, or has someone you love become dependent on heroin or another opium-derived drug? This class of drugs is chemically identical to synthetic drugs that are manufactured for medical use in pain management. Known as opioids, they include commercial medications such as OxyContin. Someone may have introduced you or your…
Opioids are readily accessible both through prescription and on the street. Synthetic opioids manufactured for medical use, such as oxycodone and fentanyl, are often prescribed for pain, and in many cases, addiction takes root. Opiates such as heroin are sold illegally, often to people whose opioid use disorder (OUD) developed while taking pain medications their…
Denver and the surrounding area, including Aurora, CO, have high rates of alcohol addiction. Public health and medical professionals are concerned about the more than one out of four people in the greater metro area who drink excessively. These numbers are higher than in other western metropolitan areas with a similar population profile.1 However, this…
Addiction within a family can erode trust and interfere with healthy communication. The effects on loved ones are often wide-reaching. As a result, addiction is often called a family disease. What better way to address the damage to families than by engaging in a family therapy program? This type of therapy is offered in many…
What is group therapy? It is a model of psychotherapy that was developed about 80 years ago when clinicians realized that the dynamics within a group magnified the effects of therapy. Group therapy does not replace individual therapy but is a highly effective approach often included in a treatment plan. The group model works well…
About 15 million Americans struggle with alcohol use disorder (AUD). However, the number of people affected by alcohol addiction is far more significant when considering the loved ones of people struggling with AUD. Addiction is known as a family disease due to the damage it does to relationships. Substance abuse treatment in a reputable addiction…
The impact of addiction extends to the whole family. The parents, children, or siblings of someone struggling with a substance use disorder (SUD) can all experience the shattering effects of addiction. At CeDAR in Denver, CO, we offer programming for the families of loved ones in recovery. Our goal is to help family members understand…
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) has had a profound effect on the lives of countless people suffering from an alcohol use disorder (AUD) or opioid use disorder (OUD). MAT refers to medication in combination with psychotherapy, a powerfully effective treatment supporting a safe and successful recovery journey. MAT has helped many people find sobriety and lead healthier,…
