Inpatient alcohol treatment and detox can last anywhere from 30 days to 90 days or longer, depending on the person’s individual needs. The length of a person’s stay will depend on the severity of their addiction, if they have any other mental health problems, and how well they respond to treatment. Most people who go…
Many people think of recovery as a place where you arrive, but it’s better if you consider it a journey, as it’s ongoing. Thankfully, there’s support during and after treatment. As you walk this path in life, having a solid support system increases your chances of recovery. Insight in the Recovery Process If you’re new…
The U.S. is home to many things, including a disturbing substance abuse problem. To put into context the magnitude of the substance abuse problem in the proverbial land of milk and honey, we need only look at a study published by the Association of American Medical Colleges. According to researchers closely involved in the study,…
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…
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…
Detoxing by going “cold turkey” is both challenging and dangerous. With certain substances, it can even prove deadly. Medication-assisted treatment eases people through the withdrawal process. This way, their vital signs remain stable, the risk of physical damage is minimized, and the likelihood of relapse greatly declines. How detox plans are structured is different for…