Family members play a pivotal role in helping loved ones seek the addiction recovery they need. It’s often difficult for a person struggling with addiction to accept their circumstances or just how problematic their habit has become. Family intervention, especially when early intervention is possible, can provide life-changing help for a loved one who has…
Outpatient treatment is often a better option for those with mild substance abuse disorders. An intensive outpatient program (IOP) can be successfully integrated into long-term treatment plans. Outpatient treatment options are a method for clients to gain valuable support without having the stress of setting aside daily responsibilities and personal obligations to family and work.…
Alcohol addiction is the result of brain changes that make it difficult for a person to reduce or stop their alcohol use. The number of reasonable drinks per day or per week varies based on a number of factors. However, there is a point where it becomes clear that the occasional drink, or even a…
There are many options when it comes to alcohol abuse treatment. Alcohol abuse rehabilitation options have diversified to meet today’s needs. Treatment begins with one of many forms of detox. Before proceeding with treatment, it’s important to detox the mind and body before moving on to an effective and personalized treatment plan. Although it’s a…
In 2021, June 14-20 is National Men’s Health Week. This week is designed to raise awareness surrounding preventable men’s health problems and encourage early detection and treatment. Fresh Start Recovery Center has a men’s rehab center in Maryland. This gender-specific treatment facility is specifically designed to cater to the needs of men. Contact Fresh Start…
Polysubstance addiction happens when a person becomes dependent on more than one illicit substance. Unfortunately, this is all too common. Drugs like alcohol, opiates (fentanyl, Percocet, hydrocodone), benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Valium, Klonopin), cocaine, meth, and marijuana are often abused with other substances. A person can develop polysubstance dependence by experimenting with combinations of drugs and…
Substance use disorders disrupt the life of individuals who are struggling with addiction as well as anyone who interacts with them and cares about them. If occasional drinking has transitioned into alcohol addiction, then it’s time to consider professional assistance. Fresh Start Recovery Center offers a range of programs for those battling alcohol abuse. Medical…
Half of those with a substance abuse disorder have a co-occurring mental health issue. The appeal of substances is associated with particular mental illnesses. This is because those abusing these substances are often seeking to balance the negative feelings they have as a result of a mental health condition. Unfortunately, drugs and alcohol can instead…
Addiction treatment services continue to evolve. Treatment options have diversified to meet today’s needs. Treatment begins with a form of detox. Getting the mind and body to an addict’s current baseline is a key component to addressing how best to proceed with treatment. However, nowadays, we have so many options when it comes to addiction…
There are many signs of drug or alcohol activity, but some or more common than others. Substance abuse disorders disrupt the life of the person using them as well as anyone who interacts with them and cares about them. If substance use has transitioned into full-blown addiction, it’s time to consider professional assistance. Fresh Start…