Alcohol is a major part of daily life in the United States and around the world. As a part of social life, it’s difficult to know when drinking turns into an addiction. Alcohol is easy to get and often hard to avoid in social situations. For many, social drinking can quickly turn into habitual drinking…
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Today, there are many approaches to addiction recovery. For many, this can be overwhelming and make it harder to find the right approach for their needs. Knowing and understanding different approaches can help people make the right choice for their own recovery or better understand the recovery journey of loved ones. Remember that a 12-step…
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Today, the United States is living through an opioid crisis. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid used in hospitals and sold on the street, is a leading cause of opioid overdose and death across the country. This potent drug is hard to stop taking without addiction treatment. If you or someone you love is struggling with fentanyl…
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Alcohol detox is marked by alcohol withdrawal symptoms, which can arise within hours of the last drinking session. And while the severity and frequency of withdrawal symptoms may be different for every person, there is a general timeline that alcohol detox tends to follow. Searching for an alcohol detox program near Austin, TX? Reach out…
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Outpatient substance abuse treatment programs are what most clients prefer for three key reasons. First, because they don’t require residence at an addiction treatment facility. Second, they’re also typically less intensive than other programs as well. Third, they’re more flexible when it comes to clients’ time and energy commitments. Outpatient addiction treatment programs provide clients…
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Undergoing a medical detox program is an essential first step in addiction recovery. Since some withdrawal symptoms can be life-threatening or cause severe reactions, medical care should be available whenever someone is going through the detox process. However, detoxification is not a “cure” for addiction. In fact, there is no cure for addiction. Addiction treatment…
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Have you been considering psychotherapy? These days, it’s not uncommon for people to talk to a therapist about problems that can seem overwhelming. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), more than 25% of American adults experience anxiety, depression, or another mental disorder each year. Others may need mental health support because of…
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The goal of psychotherapy is to provide clients with a setting where they can comfortably, safely, securely, and privately talk about their mental health concerns. Individual counseling helps clients grow, heal, and move toward healthier and more productive lives. Excellent counseling is always client-driven. In fact, clients must work with their therapist to determine specific…
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If you or someone you care about is considering group therapy — or is participating in a treatment program that includes it — several things must be remembered. First, participating in group therapy means that you need to be willing to share your thoughts and experiences. If you struggle with social anxiety, this could be…
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What is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and how does an ADHD treatment program work? If you or someone you care about has been struggling with ADHD, you may be wondering how professional help can be essential in improving your quality of life. Struggling with ADHD can feel like an impossible barrier, with little chance to get…
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