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One concern that many people have when it comes to addiction treatment, is how long does it take? They may be worried about missing work, being away from family, or having to rearrange their schedule to accommodate therapy and support groups. Sometimes people also have a hard time committing if they fear something will take…
When someone you care about is struggling with drug or alcoholism use, it can take a toll on you too. You witness the consequences of their actions and see how substance use is affecting their life in many different ways. It can also affect you because you may feel the need to make excuses for their…
It should come as no surprise that drugs and alcohol can be very hard on the body. They affect virtually every organ and can lead to some damaging consequences. Over the years, various studies have shown potential benefits of certain substances, like red wine, in reducing risk of some cardiovascular problems. However, it truly varies…
Researchers continue to learn more about the dangers of drug and alcohol misuse every day, but it remains a serious problem in the United States and around the world affecting millions of people. Launched in 2010 by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the last full week of January is National Drug and Alcohol Facts…
Making the decision to enter addiction treatment can be full of emotions. On top of that, you’re faced with having to pack for an undetermined amount of time. Each person progresses through recovery at their own pace. But packing shouldn’t be something that stresses you out. Your focus should be on recovery, not what you’re…
One challenge that many people face – whether in addiction recovery or not – is having their mind pulled in a million different directions at once. There are countless questions about what you could have done, should have done, would have done, could do, should do, will do, and much more. Having a mind that…
It’s official – a new year is underway. The past is past, so time to focus on making the most of the present and future. Many people see the new year as a time to get a fresh start. While you can (and should) make changes in your life all year long, January marks a…
For the past few years, the news has been abuzz about the opioid epidemic. Misuse of prescription opioids as well as heroin and fentanyl have had devastating effects. There has been a push to tighten laws regarding prescriptions, increase community awareness and education, and get individuals into treatment. Although the focus has been on opioids,…
Recent trends in healthcare over the past few years include a shift toward more holistic healing and treating the person as a whole – body, mind, and spirit. Addiction treatment is no exception. More facilities like Crossroads are integrating a variety of approaches to care that complement one another such as meditation, yoga, acupuncture, and…
When many people think about addiction, dental health is not the first thing that comes to mind. After all, if drugs are injected or snorted, this doesn’t have anything to do with teeth or the mouth in general. Even pills pass through the mouth very quickly. However, these substances can still have an influence on…