If you have a court-ordered substance abuse evaluation, you probably want to know what to expect. In short, a substance abuse evaluation determines the extent of your drug and alcohol problem. A substance abuse professional conducts the interview and recommends a treatment and education plan. At Santé Center for Healing, we conduct evaluations and also offer addiction detox services and addiction…
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There is a perception today that marijuana is not harmful. This line of thinking is especially common among young people. Understanding the realities of marijuana and education, however, is crucial in realizing just how risky taking this drug can be. What Are The Risks Of Marijuana? Knowledge about marijuana and education on drugs is vital so…
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When a person is struggling with addiction, they often feel like it’s solely a personal experience. In fact, because of the devastating facts that addictive substances have on the user, it might not be obvious to them how addiction affects families. When a loved one is struggling with addiction, their parents, children, and spouses often…
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An addiction to a substance such as drugs or alcohol is a complex matter. It not only affects the person who is using these substances, but it also affects those people around you as well. Codependency is a behavior that can occur in relationships in which one person has an addiction. Knowing the signs of codependency is…
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CBT and DBT are common treatment options for a variety of conditions including treatment for substance use disorder. Though they have some similarities, there are also crucial differences. Understanding DBT vs CBT will help you and your counselor or therapist choose the best treatment option for your particular situation. What Are The Differences? Treatment methods…
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When you, or someone you love, enters substance abuse treatment, it’s typical to have both individual and group therapy. There are a number of benefits of group therapy that can help make the way to recovery easier. In addition, attending group therapy can also help you weather the inevitable bumps that recovery entails more easily.…
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There continues to be more understanding in American society regarding panic attacks and their effects on those who have them. That being said, there is still a great deal of misinformation and misunderstandings regarding panic attacks. Knowing how to prevent a panic attack — either yours or someone else’s — can help defuse a stressful situation and…
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The dangers of substance abuse span a range of different areas of life. These can include those effects that substances have on the individual who is taking them, as well as their loved ones and society at large. Indeed, when drugs and alcohol are abused, the negative effects ripple far and wide. What Is Substance Abuse? At…
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Addiction treatment is not always straightforward. Many ineffective programs may only focus on treating the addiction without getting to the root causes or considering the possibility of co-occurring disorders. This is why it is so important to find a treatment center that understands how to address an individual’s unique issues. Your chances of true recovery…
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Each family member and friend of an addicted person has a unique relationship with drug or alcohol addiction – emotionally and behaviorally. Treating only the individual in active addiction has limited effectiveness. Santé walks alongside family and friends, recognizing the devastating impact substance use disorders have on everyone involved. We work on engaging family and…
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