Category: Rehab

The Value of Staying Sober “One Day at a Time”

By Phil Kosanovich on May 2, 2024

“On a day-at-a-time basis, I am confident I can stay away from a drink for one day. So, I set out with confidence. At the end of the day, I have the reward of achievement. Achievement feels good and that makes me want more!” – Bill Wilson, founder of Alcoholics Anonymous The phrase of taking […]

How To Find the Right Detox Center for You

By Phil Kosanovich on April 26, 2024

Substance abuse disorders are life-altering for individuals and their loved ones, but the path to recovery is both courageous and achievable. Central to the recovery journey is selecting the appropriate rehabilitation and detox center to provide essential support and guidance. With many factors to consider when choosing a rehab and detox facility, the decision can […]

SMART Mental Health & Recovery Goals for 2024

By Phil Kosanovich on January 5, 2024

Setting realistic and achievable goals is essential when making mental health and addiction recovery goals for the new year. Improve your mental well-being by clarifying your mental health goals. Use the SMART, a helpful acronym guide for setting goals based on your unique needs and situation. In this article, you’ll learn more about how SMART […]

Meth Withdrawal Symptoms

By Phil Kosanovich on February 21, 2023

Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant that makes users feel alert and energetic. It is also highly addictive because it increases levels of a feel-good chemical called dopamine in the brain. When people try to quit meth, they find that they experience intense symptoms of meth withdrawal. Acute withdrawal symptoms include fatigue and depression. If you […]

Signs and Symptoms of Amphetamine Use and Addiction

By Phil Kosanovich on February 9, 2023

Amphetamine is a powerful central nervous system stimulant drug. This means it stimulates certain parts of the brain and nervous system, causing increased activity, resulting in greater alertness, awakeness, and energy levels in the user. These positive effects can be beneficial in treating certain health conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy […]

How Common is Relapse After Rehab

By Phil Kosanovich on February 2, 2023

Recovering from drug use or alcohol addiction can be a long, tough journey. Overcoming substance abuse is a bit like climbing a mountain: hard work, but when you’ve done it, you’re on top of the world. But as with any journey, you might slip or stumble along the way. To a certain extent, slippage, or […]

Life After Rehab

By Phil Kosanovich on January 31, 2023

Returning to life in society can feel both exciting and daunting. Exciting because it’s an opportunity for a fresh start, and you can return home to family and familiar surroundings. This can be daunting because once outside the safe environment of the rehab facility, you’ll need to acquire self-reliance and resourcefulness, as well as put […]

How Much Does Rehab Cost?

By Phil Kosanovich on September 13, 2022

The costs of rehab vary greatly depending on the rehabilitation center and the level of care. While rehab can be expensive, most insurance providers offer some coverage for addiction treatment, and centers may work with you to overcome financial obstacles so you can access the support you need. What Is Rehab? Rehab, or rehab center, […]

Can You Force Someone into Rehab?

By Phil Kosanovich on June 23, 2022

Seeing a loved one struggling with a substance use disorder can be extremely difficult. Drug and alcohol abuse can have devastating effects both on the life of the person who is addicted and their family members. Your loved one might have diminishing mental and physical health, and may even have trouble with the law. Getting […]

How to Convince Someone to go to Rehab

By Phil Kosanovich on June 16, 2022

Why Go To Rehab? – From Substance Abuse to Addiction Treatment The realization that you, a loved one, or a friend need to go to a rehab center for addiction can be sudden or gradual. An accident, a brush with the law, or an overdose can convince someone to reach out for professional help. Or, […]

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