If you or someone you love is suffering from problems in their life that are caused by problematic alcohol use, you may be wondering if an alcohol use disorder (AUD) is to blame. Alcohol use disorder is a substance use disorder and dependency issue associated with alcohol abuse addiction. Someone sundering with AUD needs alcohol…
The holidays can be difficult for everyone, especially for people struggling with addiction. This year, a sober Christmas may be on your list after years of addiction. Our intensive outpatient program at Sunstone Recovery can put you on that path, and you will be able to enjoy many non-drinking Christmases to come. You don’t have to…
An alarming number of people worldwide suffer from substance use disorder (SUD), and rates of addiction are rapidly increasing. It’s important to know that you’re not alone; substance use is a widespread problem. One of the most reliable treatment options available is a professional addiction treatment program. These programs provide the necessary resources, tools, and…
With the school year in full swing, stress can creep in as deadlines and holidays approach. For those in college, it can be tempting to ride out the stress by self-medicating with alcohol. Parties and study sessions can seem easier with a drink, but knowing how much is too much is important. Preventing and treating…
When drinking alcohol becomes a destructive force in your life, quitting can open new doors and allow growth you never imagined was possible. Alcoholism has been a problem in the United States for centuries. If the need to consume more alcohol to get relief causes people to make bad decisions and behave inappropriately, they may have…
How long substance abuse treatment takes depends on each individual case. A severe drinking problem that has persisted for years will take longer to get under control than an instance of someone overmedicating for a month or two after being prescribed painkillers due to an accident. While some clients will walk out of a treatment…
There are four stages to alcohol rehab and recovery. But to get help for your addiction, you must first recognize that you have a problem with alcohol. You may have started as a social drinker. It is not unreasonable to think that since others can drink responsibly, so can you. But many young people when…
Both the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) classify addiction as a disease. Alcoholism has been considered a disease since the AMA named it as such in 1956. All addictions were later included in this category in 1987. ASAM classified addiction as a chronic brain disorder in 2011. Many…
Around 15 million people in the U.S. struggle with an alcohol use disorder, making it the most common addiction in the country. If someone in your family has been struggling with alcoholism, you are not alone. Many family members are torn about the best way to approach someone who is suffering from the effects of…
If you and your therapist at Sunstone decide you need a higher level of care, an Oregon inpatient drug rehab may be an appropriate next step. You and your therapist will work together to come up with a treatment plan that works for you. A good drug rehab program isn’t always easy to come by,…