What to Expect During a Substance Abuse EvaluationAddiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction TreatmentBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 17, 2020A substance abuse evaluation is the first step to getting treatment. Some people seek treatment on their own or at the urging of family and friends. Others experience legal trouble and are ordered to undergo an evaluation as a result. Regardless of the reason for the evaluation, the process will remain the same. Substance abuse…
Who Needs Drug Detox Programs?Addiction, Drug Addiction, drug rehabBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 16, 2020If you’re currently living with a drug or alcohol substance abuse disorder, there is a safe way to break the habit. When you stop taking drugs or drinking alcohol, your body and brain may have withdrawal symptoms. Medical detox presents a safe way for you to accomplish your goals without jeopardizing your health. Who needs…
How Can I Stop Drinking?Addiction, Alcoholism, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 15, 2020If you are like many people, you drink as a way to relax or as part of a peer group when engaging in certain activities. Parties, concerts, and festivals are often activities that can be more memorable when you have a drink in hand. At some point, though, you might wonder: how can I stop…
Will I Need Extended Rehab Care?Addiction, Addiction Recovery, RecoveryBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 15, 2020The key to successful substance abuse treatment is that the program must be tailored to suit your particular needs. For that reason, there is no way to answer the question: will I need extended rehab care until you have undergone a comprehensive assessment by a trained addiction counselor. 6 Benefits Of Extended Rehab Care However, in general,…
How Hard Is It To Quit Drinking?Addiction, Alcoholism, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 14, 2020Most people who consume alcoholic beverages don’t know how hard it is to quit drinking. In fact, it’s pretty common to hear someone say that they can stop drinking any time they want to. This is especially true if you are concerned about a loved one’s drinking. If that’s the case, contact the alcohol addiction…
6 Drug Facts You Should KnowAddiction, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 13, 2020The word, “drugs,” spans a slew of substances — both legal and illegal — that have effects on the brain that the user finds beneficial. In some cases, such as prescription medications like painkillers, the use of drugs can be both legal and positive. All too often, though, drug use falls into the category of being…
Is Weed A Drug?Addiction, Drug Addiction, drug rehabBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 12, 2020If you’ve ever wondered is weed a drug, then you’re not alone. Weed, as marijuana is often called on the street, goes by other nicknames that can make you question if it’s a drug. These include herb, grass, and reefer. What Is Weed? Weed is a mixture of gray-green dried flowers from the Indian hemp…
3 Examples Of Substance Abuse Group Therapy ActivitiesAddiction, Addiction Recovery, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 11, 2020Group therapy is a cornerstone of treatment for substance use disorder. When combined with other elements of treatment like individual therapy and medication-assisted treatment, group therapy can provide mentoring opportunities that help sustain recovery. The right substance abuse group therapy activities can solidify the foundation that is needed to fully recover. What Is Substance Abuse Group…
Substance Abuse Preventions You Need To Know AboutAddiction, Addiction Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 10, 2020Substance abuse has reached critical levels in the United States. People from all walks of life — young and old, educated and still in school — have been affected. In spite of the fact that this epidemic reaches across every barrier, there are still substance abuse preventions that are effective. Knowing and implementing these can make…
Epidemic vs. PandemicDual Diagnosis, Health, Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 10, 2020People following the ever-unfolding COVID-19 crisis are hearing a lot of different terms thrown around, which may be hard to distinguish from each other. For example, what difference does it make if the coronavirus is considered an epidemic vs. pandemic? There are specific criteria a disease must meet before being declared one or the other.…
