According to the 2017 NSDUH study, more than 14.1 million Americans struggle with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Understanding how alcohol is a drug, and the prevalence of alcohol abuse disorders and addiction is in the US is crucial. This can help to ensure you do not succumb to a potentially life-threatening situation. Is Alcohol a…
About Our Programs If you are looking for the best rehab centers in Bend, Oregon, look no further than Sunstone Recovery. With a setting that is two blocks from the Deschutes River, you will locate us in the Old Mill District and have dedicated parking on the premises. We strive to offer the best rehab…
Addiction is a physical illness and has a strong mental component. When dealing with addiction, psychotherapy is an extremely useful tool. It works well because it helps people identify why they struggle with addiction, so they learn methods of fighting off cravings and triggers. If you or a loved one is considering Oregon addiction therapy…
Addiction is an epidemic that affects millions of individuals each year. Whether you are struggling with an addiction to alcohol, prescription medication, or illegal substances, you have likely experienced withdrawal signs and symptoms. Withdrawal can cause individuals to seek out their substance of choice to avoid painful withdrawal symptoms. Dealing with withdrawal and understanding it…
As you contemplate getting help for your addiction, you’ll soon realize just how much the process involves. There’s a lot more going on than you talking with counselors and eventually walking out of rehab with sobriety. In fact, there are three equally important stages of treatment: detox, therapy, and aftercare. What Takes Place in…
Despite already staggering statistics, the number of drug overdoses and reports of substance abuse continues to grow. October, which has been named the national substance abuse prevention month, and provides communities a chance to discuss the drug epidemic in the nation. Meaningful forums across the country discuss viable treatment methods to effect change and erase the…
Marijuana has a storied past full of contradictions and confusing messaging. As laws change to permit marijuana use, one question rises above all others. That question is, “Is marijuana addictive?” Unfortunately, too few people know the answer to this question and many make assumptions about their own potential for addiction. One great resource for your…
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is a worldwide event that takes place on August 31, 2019. This is an opportunity for us to dedicate our time to remembering those who have fallen to addiction and create awareness of how destructive drugs and alcohol are. We offer education and resources for those who are seeking a…
Some of the most abused drugs in America are prescribed by a doctor. While there are strict regulations that govern the distribution and use of prescription drugs, they do not handle all of the issues surrounding addiction or dependency. As a result, some of the most abused prescription drugs are the ones that go unnoticed…
Recovery from alcohol or drug addiction is nearly impossible without some type of support. While family and friends can offer encouragement and some guidance, support groups are made up of people who are traveling a similar path with similar struggles as you. So, there is always an opportunity for you to reach out for help.…