Having a Sober October
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSocial challenges are becoming more and more popular. They’re a means to raise awareness and funds for important medical, mental health, and substance abuse issues. One that has become increasingly popular is Sober October, where individuals pledge to avoid drinking alcohol for the month. It’s a great way to promote healthy, moderate drinking and to […]
Relapse Prevention Techniques
Reading Time: 3 minutesThere are numerous relapse prevention techniques available to clients who have completed treatment. However, perhaps the best kind of aftercare program involves making sure an individual has a supportive community to turn to and the proper resources to prioritize self-care. Insight Recovery Center can not only guide clients through effective relapse prevention techniques but offers […]
Signs of an Opioid Addiction
Reading Time: 3 minutesAddiction is a disease where individuals have had their brain chemistry altered due to repeated use of a substance. This change makes the individual dependent upon the substance abused to function in a normal manner. In the case of opioid addiction, the condition is usually caused by the abuse of prescription opioids. Insight Recovery Center […]
Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
Reading Time: 3 minutesAlcohol withdrawal symptoms occur when an individual is dependent upon alcohol. The more dependent an individual is, the more severe the symptoms. However, even mild withdrawal symptoms can be painful and prevent a person from functioning normally. For many addicted to alcohol, the only way to relieve these alcohol withdrawal symptoms is by drinking more […]
Stages of Addiction
Reading Time: 3 minutesAddiction is a disease that can affect anyone at any time. Like any disease, it requires professional help to heal from and recover. Similarly, the sooner an individual gets the addiction treatment they need, the sooner they can return to full health. Addiction is complicated, having both physical and mental effects requiring different approaches to […]