There is a belief among some addiction professionals that women are harder to treat than men. Do statistics bear this out? If not, why does this view persist? In this Rehabilitation Guide article we will discuss drug and alcohol treatment specifically as it relates to women. Women are More Vulnerable to be Harmed by Alcohol and Drugs More men […]
With the intense overcrowding in the jail system, and with the realization that jail is not an effective deterrent to future drug use, going to rehab instead of going to jail is a very real option in many jurisdictions. Many courts now have programs in place that send drug users to rehabilitation instead of sending […]
A process known as detoxification is an essential part of alcohol and drug rehabilitation treatment. It is the process of letting your body get rid of the drugs and alcohol that have long been poisoning it. Because your body has become used to functioning with those substances on board, and has become dependent on them, […]
Family counseling can be a part of a person’s rehabilitation experience if it is deemed in their best interest. The individual in rehab along with the staff providing treatment will discuss a family counseling option and if all parties believe it is the right thing to do, the counseling will be set up. In this Rehabilitation Guide article […]
Many studies have concluded that alcoholism does have a genetic factor. It can be inherited. Though the specific gene has not yet been identified, there seems to be a link to both nature and nurture. In this Rehabilitation Guide article we will take a closer look at how alcoholism can be inherited. Children of Alcoholics are at Risk Several […]
Addictions can begin as soon as the person with addictive tendencies has access to alcohol, drugs, cigarettes or other addictive substances. In this Rehabilitation Guide article we will provide an overview of how age could effect addiction. Addictions and Adolescence Addictions are rarely seen before adolescence, but it is likely that they occur in higher rates than are reported. […]
The admissions process for most addiction treatment centers is very easy. Much of the process can take place over the phone, but you need to be prepared to answer questions about your medical treatment so far, the doctors you have seen, and how entering and exiting a treatment center work. In this Rehabilitation Guide we will discuss what […]
For most people, rehabilitation must be a personal choice that cannot be forced. Rehab is most effective when the individual makes the personal choice to embrace the opportunity to end addiction and take control of their life for the better. Without their willingness to go to rehabilitation for their problem, the chances they will actually […]
Many of those addicted to alcohol and drugs also have mental illness. The estimates are as high as 40%. The connection has long been known by the mental health profession. When a person has addiction issues and mental illness, this co-diagnosis is known as comorbidity. The good news is that drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers […]
Daily marijuana use might be a sign of addiction. If someone is using on a daily basis, it might be wise to have an evaluation made by a professional. In this Rehabilitation Guide Article, you will learn about the options available for someone who is using marijuana every day. Have an Evaluation The purpose of the evaluation is to […]