Argyle, Texas, May 7, 2020—Headlines scream continuously about COVID-19 – the number of cases, unemployment rates, vaccine progress, etc. Included in those headlines are stories focusing on the vulnerable populations affected by COVID-19. Among those in that population are people with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD). These individuals and their families, friends, colleagues and neighbors…
Argyle, Texas, June 1, 2020—As many as 75,000 Americans could die because of drug or alcohol misuse and suicide as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an analysis conducted by the national public health group Well Being Trust. This staggering number could become a reality due to the growing unemployment crisis, economic downturns…
The fear of withdrawal symptoms might be keeping you from entering rehab. But did you know that detox is the fastest and easiest part of recovery? Make no mistake, it can be intense for individuals depending on the substance they abuse and the duration of their addiction. Yet the process is relatively short when compared…
Your kids gain exposure to new drug trends long before we, as adults, hear about those trends. So are your kids talking about the lean drug or drink? Have you heard of this sugary, syrupy, dangerous drink teens and young adults are using for a cheap, easy-to-gain high? Don’t kid yourself about the purple drink…
After all the time spent suffering from an addiction, it becomes increasingly important for addiction victims to select a rehab center that makes sense when they are ready for help. Most rehab centers will put forth claims of how good its treatment programs compared to other rehabs. Without much else to compare, reputation becomes a…
For anyone stuck in the grip of addiction, reaching out for help can be very hard. Even if you know your drug dependency is negatively impacting your entire life, admitting to the problem is rarely easy. However, once you decide that your health and happiness are more important than any addictive substance, how do you…
DOT employees who violate drug and alcohol regulations often receive an evaluation from a substance abuse professional or SAP. The drug abuse professional often recommends treatment, education, additional testing, and aftercare programs to ensure DOT workers maintain their sobriety. At Santé Center for Healing in Argyle, TX, clients can master the skills necessary to keep their jobs…
The COVID-19 pandemic is racing through the world, shutting down schools and businesses, and requiring people to stay home. You’re wondering about what this means for you, right now. Is now the best time for you to seek residential drug addiction treatment since you can’t work or go to school? For some people, there is…
Substance abuse group therapy activities are an important part of an addiction treatment program in Argyle, TX. Clients in recovery usually participate in the activities after they go through a medical detox program and are ready for behavioral therapy. Group therapy is done in an inpatient or outpatient setting and is usually led by one or more therapists…
Thousands of people die every year from preventable drug and alcohol overdose. Children as young as 12 experiment and become addicted to illicit substances. At Santé Center for Healing, we offer detox, substance abuse treatment, and other therapies to help our clients heal. Come to our center in Argyle, Texas, and leave behind a life…