How to Choose the Best Rehab Center According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 18.5 million Americans over the age of 12 needed treatment for alcohol abuse or alcohol dependency in 2010. However, only 1.6 million of those individuals went to an alcohol treatment center, leaving approximately 17 million people without much-needed help.
Is Drug Detox Enough to Stay Sober?
Is Drug Detox Enough to Stay Sober? Completing a drug detox program is no easy feat. It is a scary time; you are in a hospital setting, experiencing discomfort and pain and you don’t know if you are ever going to feel normal again. You may be wondering, “How did I get here? What do
How Do I Get into Rehab?
How Do I Get into Rehab? Drugs and alcohol cause destruction in your life. Your health is deteriorating, your relationships with friends and family are falling apart, you might be facing legal issues and your finances are going down the drain. Your situation will get worse if you don’t get help. Getting treatment at a
What to Look For in a Top-Rated Drug Rehab Center
What to Look For in a Top-Rated Drug Rehab Center Most addiction treatment facilities claim to be a top-rated drug rehab center, but really what qualifies them to be the best? This list will clarify a few parameters for you when deciding to choose a drug rehab center for yourself or a loved one. Qualifications
Affordable Care Act Means Accessible Rehab
Affordable Care Act Means Accessible Rehab How will the Affordable Care Act affect addiction treatment? For many people, it means they will be able to afford vital medical services, which includes drug or alcohol rehab. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 23 million people in the United States need addiction treatment,
Should You Go to Rehab Before the Holidays?
Should You Go to Rehab Before the Holidays? Holidays are filled up with things we have to do, whether we want to or not. People, parties and other events fill the days quickly. What if you are worried about a drug or alcohol problem—yours or a loved one’s? Do you have to factor that in?
What to Look For in a Detox Center
What to Look For in a Detox Center For those who are struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, professional help is the only answer. Part of seeking rehabilitation for an addiction is finding a detox center that fits your personal and medical needs. At Recovery Connection, it is our job to connect patients with top
Inpatient Alcohol Detox vs. Outpatient Alcohol Detox
Inpatient Alcohol Detox vs. Outpatient Alcohol Detox Alcohol detox can present serious health challenges depending upon the length of the addiction, the amount of alcohol consumed on a regular basis, and the person’s general emotional and physical health. There varying are levels of the severity of alcohol detox, which are determined by the factors mentioned
8 Questions to Ask Any Drug Rehab Center
8 Questions to Ask Any Drug Rehab Center If you or someone near to you has been struggling with addiction of any kind, it can be a struggle every day. Where do you turn? How do you fix this problem that seems to only get worse with each passing week and month? It all starts
Heroin Addiction in the Suburbs
Heroin Addiction in the Suburbs In the last decade, heroin addiction in the United States has hit an all-time high. According to the federal government, 4.2 million Americans aged 12 and above have used heroin. But where the source of this epidemic has focused has surprised citizens and addiction experts alike. Once more of