Does Relapse Have to be Part of Substance Abuse Recovery?

by Valiant | Oct 10, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse

Relapse is a problem that is common during substance abuse recovery, but does this have to be? Some people believe that anyone who suffers from addiction and goes through rehab will relapse, but this is not always the case. It is possible to achieve substance abuse...

The Benefits of Group Counseling for Substance Abuse Treatment

by Valiant | Sep 19, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse

When it comes to substance abuse treatment group counseling offers a number of benefits, but this method alone is not effective and group sessions need to be combined with other treatment methods and counseling types. Group counseling shows the individual with the...

8 Alcohol Abuse Signs and Risk Factors That Could Lead to Alcohol Addiction

by Valiant | Sep 1, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse

1. One of the biggest alcohol abuse signs and risk factors that could lead to alcohol addiction is a genetic predisposition that to substance abuse or mental illness. 2. If you drink when you are under stress or when something negative happens in your life then this...

Physician Substance Abuse is More Common Than You May Think

by Valiant | Aug 25, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention

Substance abuse treatment programs for physicians offer specialized care plans designed to meet the unique needs that doctors have while they are receiving help. Physician substance abuse is often hidden, and the care provider may be reluctant to seek help for fear of...

Which Inpatient Treatment Program for Substance Abuse Should You Choose?

by Valiant | Aug 18, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse

If you need substance abuse treatment then you need to determine whether you require outpatient or inpatient treatment programs. If inpatient is the best option then you need to decide which of the many inpatient treatment programs out there are right for you. In...

Do You Need Inpatient Substance Abuse Treatment?

by Valiant | Aug 15, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse

One of the first questions that you probably have if you have a drug or alcohol problem is whether you need inpatient substance abuse or whether an outpatient addiction program will work just as well. The answer depends on your specific situation. Important factors...