Alcoholism doesn’t happen overnight. Your body goes through different stages of alcoholism based on how long you’ve been drinking, how your body becomes dependent on the substance, and the severity of your addiction. You don’t necessarily need to go through each stage to be considered alcoholic, and it’s essential to know the progression. If you’re…
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Anyone who struggles with addiction symptoms can benefit from outpatient treatment. This level of addiction treatment provides the next step in care after residential or intensive outpatient treatment. Also, for those with mild substance abuse issues, it’s a perfect way to begin. The treatment programs in Orange County, California are designed to provide you with…
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There are many levels of care for addiction treatment from drug detox to sober living homes. As critical as it is to seek help for substance abuse, it is also vital to find the right program. Finding the best rehab programs in California can mean the difference between chronic relapse and a stronger recovery. Treatment…
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Addiction can ruin your life, and recovering isn’t easy. On average, addiction relapse rates range between 40% and 60%. However, you’re likelier to relapse if you don’t follow treatment guidelines or utilize continued care, like sober living programs. One slip-up can restart the addiction cycle without proper support and coping skills. Staying sober and avoiding…
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Why Participating in Treatment During Sober Living is Critical for Recovery Are you in the process of recovery from substance abuse or addiction? The transition can prove to be difficult outside a sober living facility, which helps to avoid relapse. After completing an inpatient rehab program, continue participating in treatment during sober living programs for…
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Often, many people recovering from addiction wonder what to expect from sober living as they leave rehab. A sober living facility, also known as a sober home, is an essential facility for longer-lasting addiction recovery, which is an ongoing process with numerous challenges. The facility provides a safe and sober environment for a successful transition…
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According to The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), an estimated 19.7 million Americans aged 12 years and above struggle with substance use disorders every year. These numbers are alarming, and every member of society should play a part to ensure the trend stops. As such, people who are struggling with addiction should…
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Getting sober often requires medical detox and addiction treatment programs, but remaining sober is a lifelong journey. Fortunately, the benefits of sober living homes enable those recovering from addiction and substance abuse to maintain sobriety and transition successfully into the outside world. Recovery is vital as the effects of substance abuse cost the U.S. $740…
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Several signs of alcohol addiction can help you to detect if someone is suffering from alcoholism. Many of these signs of abuse are easily recognizable, but others are difficult to identify. In the U.S., about 65 million adults are struggling with alcohol use disorder, but only 8% of this group receive addiction treatment. It is…
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There are a lot of things in the world people don’t have any control over, and the current pandemic is one of them. Or at least, the fact that it occurred is out of human control. What people do about it now, though, is something everyone can consider and adjust to. By practicing social distancing,…
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