Nutrition plays a crucial role in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), yet many overlook the benefits. Substance abuse can take a tremendous toll on both the body and mind. Fueling your body with the proper foods and supplements can provide you with the energy you need for good mental health and physical wellness. It…
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Unfortunately, it is common for individuals to believe that substance use disorder (SUD) results from a moral weakness or lack of willpower. However, these assumptions are stigmas that have developed from a lack of education and understanding. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) defines addiction as “a chronic disease characterized by drug seeking and use that…
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Addiction is a severe medical issue that affects millions of people across the globe, yet it carries a heavy taboo. Many people believe that abstaining is simply about willpower. The taboo subject of addiction leads many people to think someone can easily overcome it if they choose to. Because of this, societal taboos frame addiction…
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For someone struggling with substance abuse, going to rehab can seem like a daunting prospect. Many people view it as a prison or punishment for substance use. However, the reality of treatment is drastically different. Rehab is an opportunity for individuals to get their lives back on track and start living the life they want.…
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The topics of mental health and mental illness have always had a taboo reputation. While mental health conversations have come a long way in the last decade, there is still a long way to go. Unfortunately, long-lasting stigmas are to blame in large part for ill feelings toward those who struggle with mental illness, especially…
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Adjusting to life after completing rehab and addiction treatment can be difficult, but that’s not to say that maintaining sobriety is impossible. In fact, if you follow the steps listed below, you can lead a rich and fulfilling lifestyle. Here are some handy tips on how to completely own life after rehab! Keep up with…
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It’s no secret that private rehab and drug treatment is expensive in the UK. While there are certainly free alternatives, securing a place in an NHS-funded residential rehab facility is highly competitive and becoming increasingly difficult. That, and the level of substance abuse treatment is inferior when compared to a private rehab treatment programme, especially…
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When it comes to drug abuse, one thing that many people tend to forget is that most drug users are good people who have made some terrible choices. Many addicts would love nothing more than to quit drugs, but simply do not have the support and treatment resources available to help them take control of…
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One thing that can put people off seeking addiction treatment and being an inpatient at a rehab treatment facility is the thought of being completely isolated from their family during addiction rehab. The good news is that you can visit people in rehab. While rehab visitation rules do vary significantly from one facility to another, the majority…
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You may have heard of rehabilitation centres referenced on television and in movies, but how much do you know about rehabilitation services and the types of treatment that they provide? In this article, we’re going to define precisely what a rehab centre is, outline the rehabilitation process, and share an example or two of the…
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