Many Americans struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. However, there is hope. National Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Month, which is observed every September, highlights the struggles of those dealing with substance use disorders as well as their triumphs in overcoming them. Getting quality drug addiction treatment should not be difficult to find. That’s why…
Millions of Americans each year suffer from alcoholism. Left untreated, alcohol use disorder can wreck your relationships with friends and loved ones, destroy your chances at a job, and can even be fatal in extreme circumstances. However, there is hope. Alcohol addiction treatment is an opportunity for someone dealing with alcohol abuse to get their…
There are a variety of programs available to help individuals overcome addiction or gain relief from mental health conditions. At True Life Center in San Diego, California, we offer a partial hospitalization program and outpatient treatment programs designed to help individuals explore their mind-body connection as a tool for comprehensive healing. What’s a Partial Hospitalization…
One of the ways professionals and patients mark progress in a drug addiction treatment program is through the creation of goals. Goals are a crucial component of recovery, as they provide milestones to look forward to, a vision for the future, and expectations for what is to come. At True Life Center, our team gets…
Some people believe that marijuana is not addictive. Unfortunately, this is simply not true. Consequently, programs to treat marijuana addiction exist. However, you must first identify whether you or a loved one has a marijuana use disorder. Next, find out what attributes make for an effective marijuana addiction treatment program. Then, you can find the…
If you need full-time recovery help, you might need to research partial hospitalization programs (PHP). However, not all PHPs are the same. You will need to find out what distinguishes each program to identify your top options. Be sure to research the staff, therapies, and support at the facility and in a PHP. What Are…
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive option for the treatment of addictions. Some people go through a PHP after completing residential treatment. However, others start at the PHP level of care. If you need to choose a PHP for addiction treatment, you must consider several aspects of the program in your decision. Some…
You can become addicted to many substances, even marijuana. If you think that you or a loved one has a cannabis addiction, a marijuana addiction treatment program can help. Addictions can ruin lives by causing the affected person to focus their time and money on obtaining and using the substance. In places where marijuana is illegal,…
Though benzodiazepines, also known as “benzos,” have legitimate medical uses, they can cause harm to the body and mind, especially in cases of overuse or misuse. Dealing with benzo addiction can mitigate the damage this class of drugs does. For some people, recognizing the harmful effects of benzo abuse can prompt them to seek the…