It is common for many people struggling with substance abuse issues to have furry friends that they cherish as part of their family. Pet friendly drug rehabs, like Opus Health, are able to think outside the realm of traditional treatment settings and use progressive thinking to leverage support in the…
When you or your loved one is dealing with addiction, it can feel like an impossible challenge to overcome. That’s understandable, but sometimes, it’s important to find motivation when feeling overwhelmed by the situation. The news seems to thrive while reporting negative or stressful events. You will hear about every…
The financial aspect of substance use disorder is a portion that doesn’t frequently get discussed. Everybody is usually so focused on the physical and health-related aspects of the disorder that they don’t think about the finances until it’s an issue. Did you ever wonder, “How much does it cost to…
You may ask yourself, “Is getting over addiction with nutrition possible?” We know developing a healthy diet, and eating habits are essential for individuals in general. However, it is especially critical for people recovering from addiction caused by drugs or alcohol though. Even short-term addiction will affect the body negatively…
Not everybody relapses, but many do. Relapse may not be guaranteed, but it does happen often. Luckily there are some relapse prevention techniques that can help you maintain control. The definition of addiction is “a chronic brain disease characterized by an inability to control substance use.” The “chronic” nature of…
Substance abuse and addiction is a problem that affects all parts of the world, but some regions suffer more from the consequences of its effects, due to a higher rate of drug abuse and violence. At the same time, there are certain cities and regions of the U.S that…
Across the United States, an estimated 40 million people exhibit codependent behavior. Most of the people in this group are women, who are at a higher risk of entering a pattern of codependency. However, this condition does not discriminate. Anyone can be codependent, no matter their gender, age or…
It’s a new year, which means many people are making New Year’s resolutions, refining their goals, and hoping for the best. All of these things are great to give attention to! But what about the personal boundaries we need to help us get to the goals and step up…
Between 40 and 60 percent of addicts relapse while in recovery from drug addiction, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. This means that, for every two people who seek drug addiction treatment or abstain from substance abuse for a period of time, one will relapse. The thought…
Holidays are a time for gratitude, self-reflection, and sharing time with loved ones. But the holidays can also be tough. There always seems to be some sort of family drama, everyone seems stressed out with gift shopping and attending events they feel obligated to, and therefore a lot of…