by Valiant | Jul 29, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
If you have a loved one or family member who has a problem with drugs, alcohol, or other addictions then an intervention may be one of the options that you are considering. A common myth is that an intervention will only work if the individual is ready to admit the...
by Valiant | Jul 26, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, teen drug use
The teen years are typically known for physical changes and emotional upheaval so it may not always be easy to determine if the individual is just suffering from these changes or if they have started abusing substances as well. One sign to watch for is unusual sleep...
by Valiant | Jul 17, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention
When it comes to relapse the triggers involved may be different for each person, but there are some common triggers that seem to cause problems in a large percentage of cases. You need to determine which triggers may cause issues and then make a plan on how to deal...
by Valiant | Jul 16, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention
Substance abuse relapse can be a big problem, and many who enter treatment will require further rounds in the future because the risk of relapse is so high. There are some tips on how to deal with this problem if it occurs, so that you continue on your journey to...
by Valiant | Jul 15, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, relapse prevention
Alcohol detox treatment is a very important component of recovery for anyone who has an ongoing alcohol abuse problem. As large amounts of alcohol are consumed consistently over time this leads to a physical dependence on the substance. If the alcohol use is suddenly...
by Valiant | Jul 13, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse
What is alcohol withdrawal syndrome and who is at risk for this problem? Alcohol withdrawal syndrome can be serious, or even life threatening in a number of cases. This syndrome occurs in individuals who have been consuming alcohol in large amounts over an extended...
