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How Can a Substance Abuse Counselor Help You?

Substance abuse counselors specialize in helping people with addictions to drugs and alcohol. They provide support and guidance to their clients, as well as treatment plans and therapy sessions. Many substance abuse counselors have backgrounds in psychology, which gives them the knowledge and skills necessary to help people with addiction problems. If you’re looking for…

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What Makes a Good Substance Abuse Treatment Center?

Whether you want help with addiction for yourself or a loved one, recovery is possible. Individuals who suffer from addiction can get proper care and support at substance abuse treatment centers.  Substance abuse treatment centers are facilities where people suffering from addiction receive medical care and support while overcoming their drug or alcohol problems. These…

Defining Substance Dependence

Defining Substance Dependence

What does it mean to have an addiction? When is it obvious? What signs should I be looking for? Is it serious? Should I be worried that I have an addiction? There are plenty of opinions and assumptions that people have about substance dependence. Some of them are correct. All too often, however, they are…

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How to Celebrate National Recovery Month

The observance of National Recovery Month happens every year in September. The purpose of National Recovery Month is to identify effective recovery practices, highlight the achievements with the recovery community and acknowledge the dedication of organizations supporting recovery. Crestview Recovery Center is committed to providing addiction treatment to participants in our various programs who are…

Do I Need Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Do I Need Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Chemical dependence and mental health concerns are interwoven. Sometimes medications that relieve symptoms of a mental health issue affect cognition, motivation, and functionality. Crestview’s treatment program for people with co-occurring disorders offers hope, adventure, and the chance to start fresh. Whether you developed a mental health concern before or after you become chemically dependent, the…