Alcohol addiction occupies a unique place in American culture since alcohol is one of the few mind-altering substances that is readily available, heavily advertised, and glorified in the media. Despite how often alcohol addiction is overlooked, alcoholism is a serious disorder that affects millions of Americans each year. Fortunately, alcoholism is very much treatable. At…
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…
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…
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…