Alcohol abuse develops over time as a response to the amount, type, and frequency of consumption. Yet, for many, alcohol use disorder can happen quickly, leading to health complications and dependence. When alcohol addiction occurs, professional treatment is often necessary to help a person stop drinking and start the recovery process. At Midwest Recovery Center,…
Partial hospitalization programs, or PHPs, are becoming more and more popular in addiction recovery. This particular addiction treatment program provides intensive care for behavioral issues and is quite effective in helping those with addictions. A partial hospitalization program at Midwest Recovery Center allows individuals to get the therapy they need to address their substance use…
If someone you know and care about is suffering from substance abuse, you might be wondering how this all happened. The first thing is the focus on finding a strong addiction therapy program. That is where we can help you. Then, we are going to help you uncover the exact causes of addiction in the…
Addiction recovery involves many steps. Some might argue that it absolutely requires 12 steps, while others believe there are kinder, gentler ways to address the reality of drug and alcohol addiction and the role they play in your life. As we’ve learned more about addiction science, we’ve grown to understand that for many, recovery begins…
There are a lot of substances to which someone may be addicted. One of the most common examples includes opioids. Unfortunately, opioid addiction stemming from abuse or inadvertent misuse of prescription opioid drugs continues to be a major issue in society today. Opioids are supposed to be used to help people control short-term, acute, and…
If you are someone you know is suffering from alcohol addiction or substance abuse disorders, please understand that you are not alone. There are countless people out there who struggle with this very issue. Addiction is a treatable disease, but like any disease, it requires professional support to heal from. One of the treatment options…
Addiction is a challenging issue in the best of times. The COVID pandemic, however, has only served to exacerbate these challenges. People experience greater senses of isolation, fear, and worry. Many have lost their jobs and are worried about losing their homes through no fault of their own. Unfortunately, the National Institute on Drug Abuse…
The causes of alcoholism are complex, and researchers still do not have a complete picture. Why can one person have a glass of wine on Friday night, while for another, one glass leads to a bottle? For the person dealing with the addiction, it cannot be very clear. You may find yourself wondering, “what’s wrong…
If you are concerned that yourself or a loved one has a painkiller addiction, getting treatment early is important. Addiction can occur when someone begins using illicit opioids or starts with a prescription from a doctor. We’ll look at spotting addiction early in both instances. What Is Painkiller Addiction? Painkillers are typically prescription opioid medications.…
Recovery from addiction is a process. There are many steps involved, and each one is important. However, it’s often said that the first step is the hardest. What is the first step? Admitting that you have a problem. It sounds simple, but denial is a major component of addiction. We’ll take a closer look at…