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Intensive Outpatient Programs for Professionals
Finding the right treatment for individual needs is a significant part of pursuing treatment What is an Intensive Outpatient Program? Intensive outpatient programs, also known as IOPs or outpatient treatment, are one option for treatment for a variety of disorders, including substance use disorder.1 It provides treatment to address disorders when…
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Learning Accountability in Rehab
The Importance of Learning Accountability in Drug and Alcohol Rehab Find out why accountability is essential during drug or alcohol rehab Accountability means being honest with oneself and others about one's behaviors and taking responsibility for their choices. Accountability should be the number one priority for those seeking addiction treatment…
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Rehabilitation | Finding a Job after Rehab
Achieving employment after drug or alcohol rehab is not as easy as it may seem Achieving rehabilitation is a significant milestone in any person's life, but it can be challenging to find employment after drug or alcohol rehab. Both employees and employers may have concerns about hiring someone who…
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Toxic Masculinity vs. Healthy Masculinity
What Is Toxic Masculinity? The different expectations for what being a man entails can often leave someone feeling lost and confused about how they should act. Toxic masculinity is a term that has been gaining traction in the past few years. This term refers to the dominant form of masculinity…
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Bipolar Disorder and Addiction | Treatment
What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, is a mental health disorder associated with periods of manic highs and depressive lows. Types of Bipolar There are five types of bipolar disorder, each characterized by the same foundational symptoms of bipolar disorder – manic highs and depressive…
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Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) and Addictions
What is Cumulative Trauma Disorder? Cumulative trauma disorder, commonly referred to only as CTD, refers to a variety of disorders or health issues centered on the wear and tear of the body, specifically the tendons, muscles, and nerve tissue.1 CTD occurs most often in the neck or shoulders, knees, and…
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Mindfulness in Rehab | How to Start Being Mindful?
What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is the state of being aware of both cognitive and behavioral functions, also known as mind control. It is often taught through mediation that encourages an intense and active focus on surroundings, thoughts, and feelings in a mindset free from judgment. The goal of mindfulness is…
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Teen Drug Use | The Effects | Signs of Drug Abuse
An Introduction to Drug Use with Teens In the United States, teen drug use is on the rise. Substance use among teenagers has become a major social issue in recent years, and we must understand more about how drug abuse affects academic performance. Drug addiction can lead to poor grades,…
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Trauma-Informed Care in Addiction Treatment
What is Trauma? Trauma is an emotional response that occurs after a distressing or disturbing event. Psychological trauma can have many negative effects on someone’s life. Trauma is often associated with feelings of helplessness, a diminishing sense of self, unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, and strained relationships. For someone with a history…
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Difference – Tolerance | Dependence | Addiction
Understanding the Terms When dealing with issues related to substance abuse, you must understand the difference between the terms “tolerance,” “dependence,” and “addiction.” Understanding the terms will provide the proper treatment and support to those who are struggling with substance use disorder. Tolerance Drug tolerance occurs when someone abuses a…
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