CARF Accreditation: What You Need to Know About Rehabs Addiction - Professionals, Addiction Treatment, RehabilitationBy Promises AustinMay 4, 2020When you’re looking for addiction rehab, take the time to check into accreditation. The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is the industry standard. Though not just anyone is likely to claim to offer medically supervised drug detox or dual diagnosis therapy, becoming accredited is not a small or unimportant task. That’s a big… Details
The Biological Effects of Alcoholism Alcohol Abuse, Binge DrinkingBy Promises AustinMay 3, 2020When discussing alcoholism, it’s easy to talk about the negative effects that alcoholism can have on a person’s life and relationships. However, it’s important to also understand the biological effects of alcoholism, what happens when a person undergoes alcohol detox, and how these effects can complicate recovery from alcoholism. Long-term alcohol addiction can cause several… Details
Common Pitfalls in Recovery and How to Avoid Them Bipolar, Borderline Personality, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Personal Resources, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Relapse Prevention, Staying Sober, TherapiesBy Promises AustinMay 1, 2020Recovery is a life-long journey. Anyone who has embraced lifelong sobriety will tell you that there are times where the road gets particularly rocky. Though you may go through periods of your life when you feel clear-headed and ready to take on the world, sometimes events in life can trigger temptations to return to drinking… Details
5 Steps to Prioritize Your Recovery Goals Addiction Treatment, Personal Resources, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Relapse Prevention, Staying SoberBy Promises AustinMay 1, 2020When considering lifelong sobriety, it’s important to know what your priorities are when heading in. Though many people considering entering therapy for substance abuse may find the task of lifelong sobriety to be daunting, the process is easier with goals in mind. These goals can involve your finances, your social or family life, or just… Details
How to Build and Maintain a Solid Support System in Recovery Addiction Treatment, Family Resources, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Relapse PreventionBy Promises AustinApril 30, 2020For anyone in recovery, one of the most important tools for continued success is a support system for recovery. This can consist of friends, family members, and ideally, other people who are also in recovery. During a patient’s time at a drug and alcohol treatment center, they may meet and develop close friendships with others… Details
Opiate Overdose Timeline Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Drug Addiction InfoBy Promises AustinApril 30, 2020Leave a commentOpiates are central nervous system depressants that slow down your breathing and heart rate, making them especially dangerous to mix with other depressants. Because the opiate overdose timeline is short, experiencing symptoms of an opiate overdose requires immediate medical intervention. The rise in opiate abuse has led to overdoses becoming the leading cause of death… Details
Women and Alcoholism Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Abuse, Binge Drinking, Drug & Alcohol Detox, Mental Health - WomenBy Promises AustinApril 29, 2020While alcoholism has perhaps traditionally been considered a more prevalent problem among men, alcoholism is an equal opportunity disease. But women and alcoholism are, in many ways, much different than their male counterparts. Researchers across the spectrum of alcohol prevention, treatment, education, and outreach continue to study alcohol’s effects on women, whether different treatment protocols… Details
Is My Loved One Struggling with Depression? Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Teen IssuesBy Promises AustinApril 29, 2020Leave a commentSymptoms can appear slowly over time or develop suddenly. When you have depression, symptoms impact how you think, feel, and act. Depression causes prolonged periods of sadness that don’t get better with time. Depression can occur after experiencing a negative event, like the death of a loved one, but the exact cause isn’t known. If… Details
What Is THC? Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Info, MarijuanaBy Promises AustinApril 27, 2020Leave a commentWhile marijuana can’t cause fatal overdoses, ingesting large amounts can cause symptoms like anxiety and psychosis. Marijuana causes relaxing and calming emotions, as well as intoxication. Intoxication can impair your judgment and coordination, as well as cause negative emotions, like paranoia. THC is responsible for many of the mood-altering effects you experience when using marijuana.… Details
Do I Need THC Addiction Treatment? Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, MarijuanaBy Promises AustinApril 25, 2020Leave a commentMarijuana is usually smoked or vaporized, with effects occurring within 10-15 minutes of inhalation. In small amounts, marijuana causes mild intoxication and feelings of relaxation. THC is the main chemical in marijuana that causes intoxication. Using and abusing marijuana can lead to dependency, which can cause you to wonder do I need THC addiction treatment?… Details
