Making the decision to get help for drug and alcohol addiction often starts with understanding the options for care. While outpatient treatment is an option for some, most people have greater success with inpatient, or residential, treatment. About Residential Treatment In residential treatment, a person lives in a treatment center for 30 to 90 days, depending on...
Read MoreAddiction creates dependency, a situation in which your brain’s chemistry is altered. When this happens, a person loses the ability to simply say no to the substance. They need it because their brain demands it. At some point, a person may no longer be able to stop using on their own. Recognizing addiction is the first step. Then, professional treatment can help,...
Read MoreWhen you’ve made the decision to get drug or alcohol treatment, one of the first steps is to rid your body of the chemicals and toxins. This is by far the most important part of the process for those with moderate to severe addiction. To be effective and safe, detox has to be done properly, preferably with medical supervision. Detoxing at home is more painful and...
Read MoreWhen you stop using drugs or alcohol, your body begins the recovery process. During this period, it becomes critically important for you to focus on your diet. Balanced nutrition gives your body the fuel it needs to begin to heal from past substance abuse. How Does Alcohol and Drug Use Impact the Body? Substance abuse is damaging to the body in many ways. Drinking...
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