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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): A Proven Approach to Emotional and Behavioral Health

How DBT supports lasting recovery and emotional stability at Naaman Network At Naaman Network, we recognize that lasting recovery from addiction and mental healthdisorders requires more than symptom management. It calls for evidence-based therapies thataddress both the emotional and behavioral aspects of healing. One of the most effective toolswe use is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—a structured, research-backed approach thathelps individuals regulate emotions, reduce harmful behaviors, and build healthier relationships. What…

Marissa ZinsserJune 18, 2026

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Inpatient vs. Outpatient Rehab: Which Level of Care Do You Need?

Understanding addiction treatment options for individuals and families seeking the rightlevel of care When someone begins searching for help with substance use, one of the most commonquestions is whether inpatient rehab or outpatient rehab is the right option. Understanding theseaddiction treatment options can help individuals and family members make informed decisionsabout the level of care needed for recovery. Substance use treatment is not one size fits all. Different people require…

Marissa ZinsserApril 7, 2026

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The Overlap Between Mental Health and Substance Use

Why Treating One Without the Other Can Limit Long-Term Recovery Mental health challenges and substance use disorders are closely connected. For many people, substance use begins as a way to cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, or chronic stress.What may start as temporary relief can quickly turn into dependence, creating a cycle that is difficult to break without comprehensive support.Understanding the relationship between mental health and substance use is critical to…

Marissa ZinsserFebruary 11, 2026

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The Gift of Progress: Rethinking Success in Sobriety

For many people beginning recovery, the idea of “success” can feel overwhelming. It’s commonto think success means never using substances again, fixing every area of life, or immediatelyachieving perfection. In reality, success in sobriety is often measured in small, intentional stepsthat build lasting change over time. Understanding Progress in Recovery Progress in recovery is about growth, not perfection. It’s the daily choices that help you feelmore in control, healthier, and…

Marissa ZinsserJanuary 9, 2026

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Naaman Center Partnership With Delaware Regional Dream Center

The Naaman Center’s partnership and collaboration with the Delaware Regional Dream Center is an exciting opportunity to restore wholeness to a community in great need. The benefits of this partnership will be to provide a new level of access to care to The First State. The Naaman Center is a collection of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) programs with over 60 years of experience. Currently, 14 locations in Pennsylvania provide clinical…

Melissa BeitlerApril 10, 2024

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Short-Term Rehab During the Holidays

While the holiday season is meant to be a time for celebration and family, for individuals struggling with a substance use disorder the holiday season can be an overwhelming and challenging time. The pressure to participate in social events and family gatherings may lead to a potential relapse, making the holidays a difficult time to maintain sobriety. That’s where short-term rehab comes in. Let's explore the reasons why short-term rehab…

Melissa BeitlerDecember 1, 2023

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6 Benefits of Meth Addiction Treatment

The United States saw the steepest spike in drug overdose deaths to date during the pandemic. Meth overdoses have increased at a rate even higher than some other highly addictive, dangerous drugs available on the street. Methamphetamine is a Schedule II synthetic stimulant that can be manufactured in kitchen labs out of commonly available ingredients. If you are concerned about your abuse of meth or that of someone you care…

Melissa BeitlerMay 1, 2023

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PCP Withdrawal Symptoms

Phencyclidine, or PCP as it is commonly known, has been around since the 1950s. Originally formulated as an IV anesthetic, the agitating and hallucinogenic effects led to medical professionals discontinuing its use. Unfortunately, that was not the end of PCP. However, it has been available on the street market ever since and is dangerous and addictive. For those who find themselves addicted to PCP, the only way to loosen the…

Melissa BeitlerMarch 1, 2023

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Importance of DBT for Addiction

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered extremely effective in the treatment of substance use disorders (SUDs), including in dual diagnosis treatment, when a mental health disorder co-occurs with addiction. This form of behavioral therapy has been around since the 1970s, when Marsha Lineman, a psychologist, developed it using principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Originally used for borderline personality disorder, its efficacy for other mental health diagnoses as well as addiction…

Melissa BeitlerFebruary 13, 2023

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Binge Drinking in Teens

Teenagers aren't of legal age to drink alcohol. Unfortunately, consuming alcohol is portrayed in the media as being cool, fun, and even thrilling. Teens believe alcohol will make them more interesting and fun to be with, freer, happier, and less scared. And they aren't wrong. Alcohol can loosen them up and, for a short time, feel good. Unfortunately, it's much less common for teens to be exposed to reality-based portrayals…

Melissa BeitlerOctober 17, 2022