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A Guide to Understanding Court-Ordered Rehab

The unfortunate reality is that substance use disorder (SUD) can lead us to do things that we would never choose to do while sober, like obtaining a conviction. However, there is an alternative to incarceration: …

How Does Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Work as Addiction Treatment Therapy?

Entering addiction treatment therapy is a valuable decision, but not without its difficult moments. While pursuing recovery, there may be any number of unpleasant thoughts racing through your mind. You may feel under pressure to …

What is Therapeutic Recreation and How Does it Impact Recovery?

It was the breakthrough she had been waiting for. Jan found it very difficult to share certain struggles with her counselor in ther one-on-one talk therapy sessions. But sitting here in front of a canvas, …

Finding Peace With Meditation in Early Recovery (And Beyond)

Finding recovery is a major achievement in and of itself. But getting sober isn’t the end of the journey — it’s just the beginning. It takes continued efforts to maintain sobriety for a lifetime. That’s …

Medical Detox: How It Works and What to Expect

“Medical detox.” The term can be a bit intimidating. It sounds serious…and it is. But medical detox is an important first step on the road to recovery. And it’s less intimidating once you know what …

Addicted & Incarcerated: Does Jail Help Inmates Recover?

Roughly 65% of the United States prison population has a substance use disorder. However, drug and alcohol treatment programs in prisons are few and far between — meaning inmates who don’t receive treatment often face …

Post-Meth Depression: 10 Ways to Feel Better in Recovery

Depression after quitting meth is common and stems from how the drug changes dopamine levels in the brain. Understanding why it happens, how long it can last, and what treatments are available can help you or someone you care about move forward. Explore 10 practical strategies and learn when professional support may make the biggest difference.

I’m OK: Recognizing High Functioning Depression & Addiction

People who suffer from depression are twice as likely to suffer from addiction compared to the general population, and can usually fare well at managing both disorders while also succeeding at their education, jobs, and …

7 Things to Expect During an Opiate Detox at Home

Many people addicted to opiate drugs would rather undergo a home detox or attempt a natural drug detox at home, where they can experience painkiller withdrawal in the privacy and comfort of their own home. …

What If I Need Detox, But I Don’t Have Insurance?

Listen to the audio version of this guide explaining how to get drug or alcohol detox without insurance, including free detox centers and affordable treatment options. One of the most common reasons people avoid drug …

How to Choose the Best Suboxone Detox Clinic

Suboxone is a medication commonly used to help people overcome opioid dependence. But just like other opioids, Suboxone is habit-forming and can lead to problems with dependence and addiction. Getting help at a Suboxone detox …

Is it Safe to be Placed in a Medically Induced Coma for Alcohol Detox?

A medically induced coma for alcohol detox is a rare, high-risk procedure reserved for life-threatening withdrawal that does not respond to standard care. Most people have safer options. This guide explains how induced coma detox works, who it may apply to, and the evidence-based alternatives that work for the majority of people seeking alcohol withdrawal treatment.

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