As much as you want to get sober, you can’t bear to be away from home as you have so many daily obligations to meet. Fortunately for you, you can still get the treatment you need without falling short in other important areas of life by checking in to an outpatient rehab center. If you…
For some struggling with addiction, the pain of detox is only one hurdle. Many in need of rehab have work and family commitments that make in-patient rehab impossible. For those with small children, professional commitments or other family burdens, outpatient rehab may be the better choice. Why Is outpatient alcohol rehab the choice for me?…
Recent world events have greatly increased stress levels and left many people in severe isolation. If your experience with all this pressures has led to experimentation with addictive substances, you’re not alone. However, it’s possible to get help with your addiction concerns and continue to live your life. A review of how outpatient alcohol treatment…
Anyone who has been there will attest that getting through detox is one of the most challenging parts of overcoming addiction. And they couldn’t be any more spot-on in that assertion. Abruptly quitting any substance can open the door to an onslaught of unpleasant withdrawal symptoms, some of which can give way to relapse. Some…
When you are struggling with alcohol or drug addiction, you may feel as if you have lost all hope in possible recovery. It can be tough to reach out for help but know that there are people who care and want to see you overcome your addiction. Also, remember that many people have gone through…
Insurance coverage is challenging, especially when it comes to rehab. Many people are unsure if their insurance plans cover outpatient rehab. The good news is that most plans do cover some form of outpatient rehab. It’s a good idea to carefully read through your policy and understand exactly what is covered and what isn’t covered.…
Navigating early sobriety requires additional support for an alcoholic. If you or someone you know struggles with alcoholism, you’ve probably contemplated rehab. Making the decision to seek treatment is the crucial first step. The next step involves determining whether inpatient or outpatient rehab best suits your needs. Inpatient, also called residential, means you live and…
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires insurance companies to cover drug addiction treatment. Outpatient and inpatient services are included, depending on what state you live in and what health care plan you choose. Generally, though, insurers cannot completely deny coverage for substance abuse disorders. There are, however, some states that require insurers to cover treatment…
Addiction recovery is never easy. However, it can prove far more challenging if you attempt to do it on your own. Although many addicts believe that quitting drugs is just a matter of willpower, substance use disorder (SUD) is far more complex. In fact, it’s currently recognized as a chronic mental health issue. SUD affects…
Alcohol and drug abuse are awful conditions that cause damage to those that suffer from it, as well as the families that live through it. Luckily, you’ll find that there are hundreds, if not thousands, of treatment centers that have dedicated programs specifically for those people suffering from addiction. With a wide variety of centers…