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Should My Family Be Involved in My Addiction Treatment Program?

If you or your loved one is addicted to drugs or alcohol, this may be a frightening time for you. You know you need to seek addiction treatment, but you're concerned about your family as well. You're wondering if you should choose an addiction treatment program that involves your family or whether you or your loved one who has an addiction should go it alone. You may be embarrassed by…

Melissa BeitlerJanuary 18, 2021

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3 Benefits of Residential Treatment

Finding an effective treatment program is essential when you or a loved one struggles with alcohol or drug addiction. Residential treatment programs provide a caring environment where those who have an addiction can count on receiving plenty of support. These programs have patients stay in a facility in order to get care around the clock for a few weeks or longer as needed. Knowing more about the benefits of residential treatment can…

Melissa BeitlerJanuary 15, 2021

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How to Choose a Rehab Program for Yourself

Individualization is a guiding principle of addiction treatment. Generally, this means that an addiction rehab program must suit the needs of the individual. What works for your friend may not work for you, in other words. To choose the right rehab program for yourself, explore the many options available, and make your decision based upon those factors you find most important. They're different for everyone. For more information about finding…

Melissa BeitlerDecember 16, 2020

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Impact of Online Learning on Parents in Recovery

Structure plays a huge role in recovery from addiction. As a result, when children must transition from a regular school day to online learning, it can throw parents in recovery quite the curveball. When you're used to waking at a certain time, making breakfast, and putting children on a school bus, sudden changes may be unnerving. This is especially true for those in recovery. If this describes you, it's essential to…

Melissa BeitlerDecember 14, 2020

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The Addiction Definition

Addiction isn't always about drugs and alcohol. Substance use disorder is the one we hear about most, however. As a result, when someone mentions having a friend or family member who struggles with addiction, we may first assume they're battling a dependency on opioid drugs, alcohol, or methamphetamine. In truth, someone with the right risk factors may become "hooked" on other people, activities, or behaviors, as well. If someone you…

Melissa BeitlerDecember 10, 2020

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4 Signs of Self-Medication in a Loved One

Do you worry that your loved one may experiment with self-medication? Generally, this is the act of taking a chemical substance or prescription medication without a doctor's direct order. If you've ever taken a friend's tranquilizer to calm yourself before a big meeting, you've self-medicated. Likewise, if you've ever watched a friend try to drink away a memory, you've witnessed the act of self-medication. Using any chemical substance to make…

Melissa BeitlerDecember 3, 2020

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How to Choose an Addiction Rehab Center for Your Loved One

Your loved one has made the brave decision to get help for their addiction. Now you want to help them find the best addiction rehab center possible to help them get clean. How can you do this? If you haven't known anyone who went through the program, you can't rely on personal recommendations. Choosing the right addiction rehab center is critical. It is here that you will build the foundation…

Melissa BeitlerNovember 24, 2020

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4 Ways to Have a Sober Halloween

Halloween can be a risky holiday for many people. If you are using to spending time with your friends drinking or using your favorite drug, but now you’re in recovery, you may feel vulnerable. The key to a sober Halloween is to make it different, unique, and a lot of fun so that you do not feel as though you have missed out on anything. When you come to Naaman,…

Melissa BeitlerOctober 19, 2020