It can be incredibly challenging to stop using drugs or alcohol, especially if they have been using these substances for a long time. For many people, even reaching out for help already takes great willpower and effort. This should be no surprise, as substance use disorders can change how the brain’s reward systems work. Breaking…
There are many treatment program options for drug and alcohol addiction. These different options are necessary to accommodate people with different needs. However, for many people who have struggled with substance use disorders for an extended period, an inpatient treatment setting will be the best option. People in active addiction often cannot be physically, mentally,…
Recovery can seem out of reach for those struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. The situation can feel even more hopeless if a person simultaneously deals with a mental health disorder. This type of mental health condition that affects a person who suffers from addiction is called a co-occurring disorder. While living with this type…
Drug and alcohol use is widespread throughout all areas, affecting millions of Americans. Professionals are no exception, with many people suffering from substance use disorders in high-stress occupations. With the increased pressure in high-stakes professions, substance use can become a coping mechanism or a method of improving performance. Unfortunately, relying on substance use can negatively…
Life is always going to have ups and downs. Everyone will experience anger, sadness, and disappointment at some point, the same way they will experience happiness, joy, and love. These emotions and feelings will pass in time. However, when someone experiences sadness and anxiety that do not fade with time, there may be a deeper…
Substance use disorder is a disease that knows no boundaries, as people from all walks of life can be susceptible to it. From the richest and most powerful billionaires to normal working-class folks, everyone has had experiences with addiction. Even if you have never been addicted to anything, it’s almost guaranteed that you know someone…
When a person enters treatment for a substance use disorder, they will typically be put in an inpatient or an outpatient addiction treatment program. Inpatient treatment is generally the best option when a person has been using drugs or alcohol heavily for a long period. However, outpatient addiction treatment may be the better choice when…
Drug and alcohol addiction are two of the biggest health concerns in America today, with millions of people being affected yearly. Getting sober is challenging at best and dangerous if anything goes wrong. Professional treatment is always the preferable option, and those who go through detox and treatment with the support of trained professionals are…
Detox is the first step to taking on a long journey toward recovery and sobriety. Needing help throughout this process is nothing to be ashamed of, as physical dependency and addiction have a powerful effect on a person’s mental and physical health. Those battling against substance use disorders are not villains; they are people suffering…
Recovery is a life-long challenge, and relapse is common. That doesn’t mean it is a foregone conclusion, though. A substance abuse treatment program like that available at CeDAR typically provides relapse prevention training as part of their care plan. When treatment is over, though, what can you do to stay on the sober track? Consider…
