How Recovering Addicts Can Survive the Holidays As the holiday season gets closer, many of your friends and family members may be looking forward to parties, gatherings and other occasions where food is plentiful and a variety of drinks are available. To those who are currently struggling with alcoholism, the holiday season can be one…
DetailsBrighton Patient Success and Reflection A personal reflection from a patient at Brighton Recovery Center: My name is _____, I’m 35 and I’m an addict. My drugs of choice where alcohol and prescription pain medications. I grew up in a very caring and loving family with both parents and two brothers. Drugs where not a part…
DetailsUtah and Its Opiate Addiction Problem In the state of Utah, 23 people die each week from an overdose of a prescription opiate. As governments work to crack down on prescription drug abuse, many would assume that the problem would get better. The problem is that many are turning to heroin, which is easier to…
DetailsTreatment Instead of Incarceration It is often true that the only way out of an addiction is through jail, recovery or death. With millions of Americans facing substance abuse addictions without adequate treatment available to them, some end up in jail or overdosing before help is ready. Utah has one of the highest rates for…
Details4 Ways Family and Friends Can Help Fight Addiction Studies show that somewhere between 26 and 36 million people worldwide suffer from some type of opioid addiction. That’s not to mention other harmful substances that take hold of an individual and control their lives. Drug addiction affects more than just the addict. Family and friends…
DetailsBenefits of Inpatient Drug Rehab Studies show that over 20 million Americans over 12 years old have some type of addiction, and 100 people die every day from overdoses. These staggering statistics highlight the fact that choosing the best drug rehab center is vital to an addict’s recovery. When it comes to treatment, there are…
DetailsTips on Confronting a Loved One About Their Substance Abuse Individuals use drugs and alcohol to cope and some become addicted for many reasons. Some use substances to help them avoid painful things in their past or things that are currently happening, others start out to just have fun and find themselves in a scary…
DetailsWhat to Look for in a Residential Treatment Center If you or a loved one needs treatment for substance abuse and truly has the desire to live a product life, there are many benefits to choosing a residential treatment center for help. As many navigate the new waters of substance abuse treatment, they find themselves…
DetailsHow Family Can Affect Addiction When it comes to individuals who abuse drugs or alcohol, their addiction can become almost like another family member. Alcohol and drug addiction has an undeniable impact on the dynamic of a family, and understanding just what that impact is is instrumental in helping a family member who suffers from…
DetailsHow to Maintain a Sober Lifestyle Saying you’re going to maintain your sobriety after leaving rehab for addiction treatment is one thing, but actually turning those words into deeds is something else entirely. As you prepare for your new life, it’s essential that you take a few nuggets of wisdom with you in order…
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