Staging an Intervention

noun: intervention; plural noun: interventions an occasion on which a person with an addiction or other behavioral problem is confronted by a group of friends or family members in an attempt to persuade them to address the issue. “as her health worsened, her daughters considered staging an intervention“ I get a lot of calls from all over the […]

Addiction Treatment For Physicians

Alcohol abuse is a serious problem, and when your job entails making quick, accurate decisions on a daily basis, it can hinder your performance and endanger your career. Executive alcohol rehab may be the solution you need to get back on track. This type of program specializes in the treatment of alcoholism or alcohol abuse […]

Xanax Addiction and Abuse

Xanax is a powerful benzodiazepine that is often prescribed to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorders and insomnia. It is extremely addictive when used long-term. Xanax is the number one prescribed psychiatric medication in the United States. Seventy percent of teens with a Xanax addiction get the drug from their family’s medicine cabinet. Tolerance to Xanax develops […]

Intervention Specialists: What Do They Do?

For those seeking addiction treatment in the US, there is no shortage of available programs and treatment centers. While you can consult your healthcare provider for guidance, the appropriate choice likely depends on individual goals and needs. One possible option entails hiring an intervention specialist to help with your concerns. The Toll of Substance Abuse According to […]

Steps to Consider When Choosing The Right Detox Center

Alcohol and drug abuse or substance use disorder (SUD) is harrowing for lives and families. After all, it damages the psyche in addition to the physical body over time. Fortunately for many, a range of treatments are available that are dedicated to evidence-based recovery methods. If you or someone you love is walking the road […]

How to Choose the Right Addiction Center [PA edition]

Choosing an addiction treatment program or drug and alcohol recovery center isn’t a decision to consider lightly. If you are someone with a substance use disorder (SUD), congratulations on your breakthrough and taking the next step to recovery and a better, more fulfilling life. Your recovery is of the utmost importance, so it makes sense […]

NJ Substance Use: 4 Options Besides Calling the Police

If your friend or family member has substance use disorder (SUD), a mental illness, or both, it can be difficult to know if their behavior is stemming from their preexisting mental disorder or from substance abuse. Either or both factors can potentially lead to psychosis in many individuals. If you think the person might be […]

Have you ever heard of Junkbox Diaries?

A story of recovery from drug addiction. Herb Stepherson was born in Jonesboro, Georgia. He is the middle child of three boys. He is thirty-one years old and spent his youth like most young boys in central Georgia, riding bikes and playing sports- baseball in particular. His family relocated to North West Indiana in 1997, […]