Addiction is a dangerous mental health disorder that affects more than 40 million men and women each year. There is no cure for addiction, However, there are several behavioral therapies that are proven to be effective in treating addiction and helping men and women live sober lives. Contingency management techniques use a rewards-based system to…
What’s the general cost of rehab, and can you have your rehab covered by insurance? If you’re trying to treat drug and alcohol dependence in Portland Oregon, you may be wondering how you’ll pay for your treatment plan.If paying for rehab is a concern to you, call us today at 866.262.0531 and let us help you…
A codependent relationship involves two people who rely on each other in unhealthy ways that limit the potential for growth in each individual. Codependency is often mistaken for love, acceptance, selflessness, and loyalty. However, it is born out of guilt, loneliness, fear, pain, and weakness. Getting a hotel room for an addicted individual because you…
Drinking alcohol is a temporary fix for subduing your pain. If you are using alcohol to cope with trauma, medical concerns, or depression, it is likely that the substance is causing more harm than good. Being chemically dependent on alcohol means you can’t just quit, regardless of how much you want to. Seeking the help…
Alcohol addiction affects more than 42 million men and women in the U.S. each year, and children as young as 11 are trying it for the first time. For men and women struggling with alcohol addiction, they can enroll at an alcohol detox center for help getting through the sometimes deadly withdrawal symptoms of alcohol…
Is it time to get help for drug and alcohol treatment? When it comes to finding a way forward, our team is here to help you at Crestview Recovery in Oregon. For people whose work, school, or family commitments prevent them from attending an inpatient drug treatment program, outpatient treatment may be a viable option.…
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism is never an easy subject to discuss with a loved one who may struggle with these issues. It is tempting to directly confront a friend or family member that struggles with alcoholism, but that may backfire without a properly established alcohol addiction intervention.Movies and TV tend to dramatize interventions to be…
Alcohol use disorder can be caused by genetic, behavioral, and cultural factors. Some people can drink alcohol without developing a physical dependency. Some people cannot. Alcohol addiction rehab in Portland is available to you if you are struggling with addiction yourself. Our team at Crestview Recovery can offer you support in Oregon to help you…
Here are some alarming statistics about teens and alcohol to consider. Every year, underage drinking contributes to the death of 5,000 people under the age of 21. About 35% of high school students report drinking alcohol within the past month. Of those students, 70% say they binge drink—that’s defined as consuming five or more drinks…
When a person completes an inpatient addiction treatment program, their next step will determine whether the skills they learned in treatment are enough to help them stay sober. Recovering from addiction takes changes—big changes. Moving to a new location can be helpful. However, getting treatment is the most important change that needs to be made.…