We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
One of the most challenging parts of recovering from alcohol use disorder is resisting cravings. When your body becomes dependent on a substance, whether it is alcohol, drugs, caffeine, or even sugar, it will produce powerful cravings to lure you into consuming the substance regularly. With the help of a…
Admitting that you have substance use disorder and are open to receiving treatment is a big, important step. Your next step should be finding the best treatment program to support your recovery. Each person’s needs are different, so you should aim to find a program that will provide customized treatment.…
Alcohol addiction treatment is not just for those with severe alcohol use disorder. A person dealing with high-functioning alcoholism may still experience the adverse side effects of alcohol, although not the most noticeable signs indicative of an alcohol problem. If you or someone you know shows signs of high-functioning alcoholism,…
As with quitting any other addictive drug, discontinuing opioid use can result in various withdrawal symptoms, including intense cravings for the drug. Opioid cravings can make it extremely challenging to refrain from using the drug again. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) can help alleviate opioid cravings and reduce the temptation to…
Although substance use disorder has increased over the years, addiction treatment has advanced to improve recovery rates. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is a highly effective treatment approach for alcohol and opioid use disorders. Getting help from evidence-based programs, like those at BrightView’s Chesapeake, VA addiction treatment center, will provide you…
Of the millions of Americans suffering from drug and alcohol addiction, only a small percentage get the help they need to recover. Committing to recovery is a big step, but it can be challenging to get started. With the assistance of BrightView’s Dayton, OH addiction treatment center, you can put…
Determining the efficacy of an alcohol addiction treatment program is not a simple task, and there is no definite answer. While no alcohol recovery programs can boast a 100% success rate because many variables can affect whether alcohol rehab will work for an individual, BrightView offers high-quality care that can…
National Drug and Alcohol Recovery Month is celebrated each year in September. The goal of this annual celebration is to bring attention to the achievements of those in recovery. Even if a person has completed a rehab program, their work is far from done. While sobriety is a lifelong endeavor,…
Searching for “the right” outpatient addiction treatment program can be overwhelming. So, it is important to make sure the program is a good match for you or your loved one. However, not all programs are equal. Here are 5 specific attributes that define an excellent outpatient treatment program. Properly Trained…
