The 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) are the basis for many alcohol treatment programs. This is the first method that comes to mind when most people think about alcohol treatment. The set of principles helps alcoholics achieve and maintain sobriety. However, a 12-step program is most successful when rehab centers like Crestview Recovery combine…
What is going to help you to keep up with life around you while maintaining your sobriety? What activities for addiction recovery are helpful? For those who are thinking about leaving rehab and starting on the journey of recovery, it’s hard to realize you have to do all of the work in the real world…
Getting help for substance abuse is very valuable. One of the ways to get good advice is through interaction with others who are facing the same issues. Substance abuse group therapy activities can be an essential part of that interaction. While experts recommend individual therapy, many people who are facing substance abuse issues enjoy their…
What does depression feel like? If you are among the many that feel down quite often but aren’t sure if you have depression, you may not be able to easily answer this question. Finding assistance from a depression treatment program is the first step in your journey to wholeness if you do have either of these…
Mental health disorders and substance abuse problems, combined, affect more than 25% of Americans annually. Mental health and substance abuse disorders are both types of chronic, progressive mental health disorders that continue to get worse until you engage in treatment. Symptoms can make it difficult to meet your personal, employment,, and social obligations. Fortunately, several…
Many people take painkillers for granted because they can them whenever they have pain. However, what about people who struggle with addiction and cannot take painkillers? How do they manage chronic pain on a daily basis? In these cases, holistic pain relief is the ideal option. Would you like to know more about a holistic…
Whether you’re considering rehab for the first or fifth time, know that complete rehabilitation is possible and within your reach. If you’ve already been through an unsuccessful residential and inpatient treatment program attempt, consider your experience a learning curve. Real recovery is achieved gradually and through hard work. This time, choose a holistic rehab program that…
Come to an excellent holistic rehab in Portland, OR where you can dedicate your time to getting well and putting your addiction behind you. When you’re here, you can experience something remarkable in addiction treatment: equine therapy. Need to know more about addiction therapy programs? Call us today at 866.262.0531. What Is Equine Therapy? Equine…
Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a complex disease. It doesn’t just impact the body in the form of cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It also affects you mentally, emotionally and spiritually. There are many forms of treatment that successfully help people with substance abuse disorders to recover and live a full, healthy life. One of…
Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that uses thin needles inserted into the skin to relieve tension, ease muscle pain and provide stress relief. It’s also very beneficial in treating several mental health disorders, such as depression, eating disorders, and addiction. Acupuncture and addiction recovery are becoming closely associated as treatment centers employ…