All people affected by alcohol addiction face a period of detoxification when they begin their recovery. Detox gives you the chance to clear any remaining alcohol from your system. It also prepares you to keep your recovery going once you pass through alcohol withdrawal. How long does alcohol detox take? That depends on your personal…
Are you struggling with alcohol addiction? If you regularly drink more than intended, find that you need a drink to get through the day, or experience anxiety or insomnia when you try to stop drinking, you might have developed a dependence on alcohol. Trying to stop drinking on your own can be challenging. Withdrawal symptoms…
The residential drug rehab you chose for inpatient treatment will play a pivotal role in your recovery and sobriety. Therefore, it is important to select a center that is well equipped to treat your specific recovery needs. A luxury residential rehab with an individual focus is the best place to receive inpatient treatment and begin…
Why a Career in Behavioral Health? The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects health care to be the fastest growing employment industry between 2014 and 2024. This projection is good news for you as it means increased job security as more and more fulfilling, lucrative positions are being created for people driven to make a difference in…
Addiction wellness is very exciting. There is a powerful feeling of independence from the dominating grip of drugs and alcohol. Addiction detox and recovery is a triumph. Along with a new and strong independence, there is also vulnerability. The world outside awaits. The power of addiction The word “addiction” is derived from the Latin…
Signs You Might Need Alcohol Abuse Counseling If you’re wondering why do I need alcohol abuse counseling, then chances are you’ve noticed some signs that have you concerned. It might also be that someone close to you — a friend, coworker, spouse, or another family member — that caused you to question the possibility.…
Gender-specific rehab allows people to work on themselves in an environment that’s most likely to provide them with the support they need to thrive. You’ll work with other people of the same gender facing the same types of struggles you are. In a men or women-specific rehab program at Fort Behavioral Health, you’ll learn about…
A sober living home is a place to live while you transition from a life of addiction to a life of healing and recovery. There is a big difference between the life you were living and where you need and want to be. You need a drug-free space where you have the ability to live,…
Alcohol is an addictive substance. While alcohol is legal and sold all over the country, it does not change this fact. Quitting alcohol “cold turkey” can cause painful and severe withdrawal effects. This is why an alcohol detox center is recommended for anyone beginning recovery from alcohol addiction. The following information, collected by San Antonio…
When considering treatment, it may deter someone who has only heard about residential rehabs. At Greater Boston Addiction Centers (GBAC), we offer many treatment options, such as intensive outpatient treatment in MA to provide treatment to those who could benefit from treatment found in residential rehabs but can not afford to stop working or living…