Research indicates that addiction occurs at an approximate rate of 30% in the Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual-Transgender-Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) community. This is primarily due to social stigma that still exists for LGBTQ people in society. Traditionally, gender is defined as either “male” or “female” and is referred to as the binary gender system. There are numerous nonbinary identities that…
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented all kinds of new challenges for those struggling with addiction and recovery. The lockdowns, changes to daily routines, and mounting stress have contributed to spiking levels of drug and alcohol use and exacerbated the struggle of those with existing substance use disorders and mental illnesses. For those fighting addiction, accessing…
Mental health and substance use disorders commonly go hand-in-hand, weaving a complex web of symptoms and behaviors. While researchers have not found a clear delineation as to which begins first, they have determined that mental health and substance use disorders influence and feed off of one another, thus requiring specialized services to achieve recovery. With…
Alcohol addiction is a serious disorder that is often referred to as “alcoholism.” Fortunately, alcoholism is a treatable condition. Through a variety of interventions that may include detoxification, education and/or counseling services clients can learn to lead successful, sober lives. At New Bridge Foundation®, our therapists and addiction counselors offer a wide variety of treatment…
Anyone who struggles with drug or alcohol addiction understands that the road to recovery is unique to each individual. For some people, an inpatient treatment program seems to be the best path to sobriety. However, depending upon family and work commitments, enrolling in a residential program may be unrealistic and pose challenges. For those individuals…
Drug detoxification, commonly referred to as “detox,” is typically the first step toward recovery from drug addiction and is usually followed by a comprehensive addiction treatment program. The main goal of detox, the process by which the body rids itself of substances, is to address the physical aspects of addiction in a safe way. Once…
Inpatient addiction treatment is a core component of an addiction treatment program. It paves the way to a successful recovery by providing those who suffer from addiction with a daily schedule of individual and group counseling, education, health and wellness activities, as well as time to focus on oneself and one’s problems. The structure and…
Over the past few years, with the ever-increasing advancements in technology, telehealth and telemedicine services began taking their place in the world. As the COVID-19 pandemic made it difficult for individuals to receive services, facilities with the ability to offer telehealth services have come out at the forefront of treatment options. At New Bridge Foundation®,…
Mental health disorders and addiction are common issues in the United States. Both require treatment and supportive care so that people can live healthy, productive lives. However, a co-occurring disorder can be difficult to diagnose and it can be challenging to ascertain when someone requires dual diagnosis treatment. The symptoms of mental illness can mimic…
Recognizing the need for substance abuse treatment is the first step on the path to recovery. The next equally important step is to find the drug or alcohol addiction recovery center that is right for you or your loved one. With so many treatment center options available, the decision about which to choose can feel…