15.1 million people have had issues with alcohol, and fewer of those have taken the steps necessary to stop drinking. If you’re here, it’s safe to say that you’re looking for things to do instead of drinking. Below, we will list eight of the most effective things you can do after you stop drinking alcohol. Not…
Adolescence is a time of drastic changes, growth, and development for young people. It is a time when many young people start looking outside their family unit for cues about what to do, how to behave, and things to try. Unfortunately, this also means that some adolescents will run into trouble with drugs or alcohol.…
It’s never easy when a family member abuses drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, it becomes even more difficult to deal with when they develop a dependence or addiction. When you’re a parent, and you see your child, no matter their age, struggle with the disease of addiction, you want to help them. Without question, every parent…
The consumption of alcoholic beverages by those under the age of 21 is a prevalent issue throughout most areas in the United States. Along with the many legal implications this problem can present, many health concerns can affect youths who drink excessively. In order to prevent alcohol abuse in minors, it is necessary to understand…
Recovery from substance use disorder means finding new coping mechanisms to deal with life’s struggles and triggering events. Using healthy coping skills can take your mind off using or drinking and help foster a life free of drug and alcohol use. At Virtues Behavioral Health, we incorporate coping skills treatment programs in our addiction recovery…
Once people with drug or alcohol addiction make the brave decision to seek out professional help, one of the first questions that is commonly asked is how long are they going to be in a treatment facility. The answer to that question often differs depending on the person’s needs and perhaps the rehabilitation center. Alina…
Addiction is a life-threatening disease. It can affect one’s health, family members, career plans, and finances. Yet, no matter how severe the symptoms are, it is never too late to seek help and professional intervention. With the right amount of care, medical attention, therapy, and emotional support, lifelong recovery and sobriety is possible for everyone.…
Holidays should be happy occasions that provide an opportunity for friends and family to get together and enjoy the season. However, these gatherings can pose a risk of relapse due to addiction triggers such as stress and increased access to drugs and alcohol. If you are recovering from addiction, you surely know that treatment does…
Hello everybody and welcome to this week’s episode of Perspective Matters: This Week in Behavioral Healthcare. I’m your host Glenn Hadley with Southworth Associates. I just want to take a brief minute to thank our sponsors not only for the show but also for the upcoming event, “Perspectives: A Time For Change.” We’re just really…