Considering how to get someone into rehab can be overwhelming and confronting the fact that a loved one has an addiction and needs is often an extremely difficult decision to make. This might involve staging an intervention to urge them to seek help, or suggesting treatment even if they are unaware of their issue with…
There are many factors to consider available when choosing a rehab center. Before you make a choice, you should create a personal checklist of the qualities that matter to you. Without some sort of objective evaluation of different facilities, you will not be able to pick the best one for your or your loved one’s…
Maybe people wonder, what are the most dangerous types of alcohol? Alcohol toxicity is one way of referring to the risks and dangers associated with alcohol poisoning. When too much alcohol has entered the body, especially in a short period of time, there can be drastic consequences that result in a medical emergency. A person…
Do you have a friend or loved one who seems to be in need of drug or alcohol rehab? Convincing an addict to get help is no small task, and you’re likely in for a big argument. It’s hard to know how to convince someone to go to rehab without a fight or a lot of pushback….
Choosing the best recovery program is a big decision, and it helps to know the IOP program requirements if that is the treatment plan you choose. The road to a sober lifestyle is a rocky one, but the right treatment can make all the difference. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Services Administration(SAMSHA), a community…
The transition from rehab back to everyday life can be difficult. Your family, loved ones, friends, colleagues, and even acquaintances, are all important parts of your safety net in recovery. Expanding your safety net can help you remain sober. Easing your way back into your family and work obligations can make for a smoother transition….
It can be a difficult transition back to school after having to take a leave of absence for rehab. It’s important to keep in mind that putting your health and well-being first by going to rehab is a positive choice that should be considered a reflection on your ability to perseverance and show resilience in…
If you have decided going to rehab is the right choice for you, it’s important to find a way to make it happen. That being said, childcare responsibilities can be difficult to navigate in these situations. Deciding whether or not to inform your children where you are going depends on a number of factors ranging…
There is a misconception that sober life is boring or that everyone replaces their time spent getting high or drunk with time spent in AA meetings and therapy. While group meetings and therapy are an important part of maintaining lasting sobriety, people have a whole lot more time on their hands now that they are…
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is now often referred to as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) as an inclusive way to discuss the broader range of developmental disorders that can occur as a result of children exposed to alcohol while in utero. Risk factors to keep in mind include a long history of alcohol abuse, poor…
