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Suboxone vs. Vivitrol: What’s the Difference?

Medication-assisted drug treatment eases withdrawal effects and reduces cravings. This gives patients in treatment a better chance of maintaining sobriety and supports a safer detox process. Suboxone and Vivitrol are two common medications used to treat substance dependence.   Suboxone  A common treatment for opioid dependence, Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone) is an opioid antagonist. This medication stops opioids from creating… Continue reading Suboxone vs. Vivitrol: What’s the Difference?

Effective Coping Techniques to Help With Anxiety

With substance use disorders involving drugs and alcohol, certain triggers can lead to cravings and relapses. Anxiety is a common trigger for many, and people with anxiety disorders might even self-medicate in an attempt to assuage their feelings. While treatment is sometimes needed to manage anxiety, there are also steps you can take.   What Is Anxiety?  Everyone experiences stress… Continue reading Effective Coping Techniques to Help With Anxiety

How Trauma-Informed Care Improves Recovery Outcomes

Traumatic experiences can cause ripple effects for years to come. Many people with past trauma go on to develop mental health problems, including substance abuse disorders. While it’s important for providers to address the effects of these disorders, treating the underlying trauma is also vital.   What Is Trauma-Informed Care?  People with substance and addiction issues seek assistance… Continue reading How Trauma-Informed Care Improves Recovery Outcomes

Spring Cleaning for the Soul: Letting Go of Habits That No Longer Serve You

We all have bad habits we’d like to change, whether we eat too much junk food or spend too much time on our mobile devices. However, letting go of habits that no longer serve you can’t happen instantaneously. The following methods can help you pinpoint bad habits and replace them with healthy lifestyle choices.  

Navigating Post-Holiday Stress: Staying Strong in Your Recovery Journey

Whether it’s due to social burnout or financial woes, the time directly following the holidays is stressful for many. If you’re in addiction recovery, these stressors can be even harder to deal with and may impact your progress. Here are some tips for navigating this tough period and keeping your sobriety on track.   Maintain Healthy Habits  It’s easy to slip up on healthy… Continue reading Navigating Post-Holiday Stress: Staying Strong in Your Recovery Journey

What to Say (and Not Say) to a Loved One in Recovery

Substance abuse hurts all involved, from the person with the addiction or dependence issue to their friends and family. As a result, the loved ones of a person in recovery are bound to experience a complicated mix of emotions.   People in recovery must have support, as a strong social network is an indicator of success… Continue reading What to Say (and Not Say) to a Loved One in Recovery

How Trauma Contributes to the Development of Addiction

You probably know that substance abuse and addiction affect people from all walks of life and all backgrounds. However, certain traumatic experiences can increase the chances that a person develops substance abuse issues in adulthood, particularly when these experiences take place in childhood.  These formative years help a child develop an understanding of the world… Continue reading How Trauma Contributes to the Development of Addiction

Healing Beyond Rehab: The Power of Outpatient Addiction Recovery

  When most people think of addiction recovery services, they imagine in-patient rehabilitation facilities. However, outpatient addiction recovery services are also highly effective and come with some key benefits that are missing when it comes to in-patient treatment. Benefits of Outpatient Addiction Recovery Treatment While in-patient rehabilitation definitely has its place, outpatient services are often… Continue reading Healing Beyond Rehab: The Power of Outpatient Addiction Recovery

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