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.
Alcohol is widely available and is also has a high potential for abuse. Unlike food, which can take many hours to be fully digested through the stomach and into the body, alcohol is quickly absorbed, especially when a person engages in binge drinking or consumes large quantities of alcohol in…
Addiction is a chronic brain disease that affects the brain’s reward system, pleasure sensors, motivation, and memory. While many people can enjoy a casual drink or occasionally use substances, others fall into a cycle of addiction, treatment, and relapse. Why are some people susceptible to this cycle while others are…
When you need assistance for recovery from addiction, you need it now. There is no reason to delay and no better time than the present. Your health and future are at stake. While some treatment centers have a waitlist or require a rigorous application process, with each day that passes…
Medication-assisted treatment is an important substance abuse treatment used to decrease the severity of withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone, an opioid antagonist, serves to reduce a patient’s dependence on opioids for the long haul. While it is an effective drug addiction treatment, many people may not be aware of its efficacy or…
Facing a substance use disorder may be the most difficult thing that you or a loved one has ever experienced. It takes courage and discipline for patients to take that first step toward recovery and regaining control of their life. The process begins with a welcoming and respectful atmosphere that…
Addiction is not a solitary disease. It impacts family, loved ones, relationships, finances, and entire households. Addiction did not occur in a bubble and it will not be overcome in a bubble either. It takes an army of supporters to help those who are faced with substance use disorder to…
Are you ready to consider addiction treatment to reclaim your life and future? If so, our team at BrightView Health in Ohio is here to support you with the recovery tips and strategies you need. Sometimes it’s hard to make a decision about getting outpatient treatment because you don’t know…
2020 changed much about how we live and interact. However, there are still many people who are struggling with their mental health and substance use disorders. If this sounds like something that you are experiencing, then please understand that you do not have to go through this alone. One of…
When it comes to genetics and addiction, are the two linked? If your grandfather or mother used drugs, does that mean you’ll likely do the same? Even if there is a genetic link for addiction, a treatment program can help you overcome substance abuse. Learn more about the genetics behind…
