One of the most harmful myths regarding alcohol addiction treatment is that there is only one path to recovery. When searching for treatment programs for alcoholism to help you on your path to recovery, it is essential to ensure that they understand this fact. Everyone is unique, and each person’s needs regarding making positive progress…
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Starting a journey towards recovery can be an intimidating choice. In the early days of this process, it can feel very isolating. A powerful self-help strategy to engage in is using recovery bloggers as a resource for inspiration, guidance, and community when you may not know what to do or where to turn. These drug…
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Group therapy can be an intimidating commitment for some people. Talking about some of your personal mental health and substance abuse issues with strangers can make you nervous, which is perfectly natural. As it turns out, most people are surprised at how welcoming, powerful, and healing these substance abuse treatment programs can be. Some of…
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Evening IOPs (intensive outpatient programs) can be great options for those struggling with substance use disorders. Evening IOPs are highly accessible for those who are not able to miss their daily responsibilities. Getting help shouldn’t be difficult. Knowing how to prepare for an evening IOP can be the first step on your journey to recovery.…
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Among veterans, alcohol is the most commonly abused substance. In fact, veterans abuse alcohol for a number of reasons. Usually, however, it’s because they’re suffering from mental illnesses obtained in the field or are having difficulties adjusting to everyday life after deployment. Alcoholism can be lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. Reach out to…
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Seeking treatment for addiction can be difficult for a number of reasons. For example, it may feel like there are more roadblocks than not, such as social stigma, feelings of fear, doubt or shame, limited access to resources, as well as any reluctance to seek help. Therefore, it is extremely common for clients to feel…
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For some, there can be a fine line between drinking casually and having symptoms of alcohol abuse. Often, it feels like you’re being judgmental or rude when you point out your loved ones’ drinking habits. However, doing so could drastically improve their day-to-day life and even save their life. For some, it can be easy…
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The first step to a successful recovery is searching for your options. That means you’ve already begun the first step. Seeking addiction treatment can be pretty stressful, especially if you find yourself unable to commit to residential treatment. Many people cannot stop their day-to-day lives for inpatient programs due to prior commitments such as work,…
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Medication-assisted treatment can be an excellent resource for those struggling with all types of addiction. Vivitrol is a medication used to treat opioid addiction. Vivitrol medication-assisted treatment (Vivitrol MAT) is a highly effective option to help clients reach and maintain recovery from opioid addictions. If you or a loved one is interested in a Vivitrol…
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There are several warning signs that you or a loved one might be addicted to alcohol. However, they are not always obvious as alcohol abuse can also vary in degrees of intensity. Sophros Recovery has the tools you need to succeed in your journey to recovery. If you believe that you or a loved one…
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