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…
Anxiety is the most common mental health disorder in the United States. It affects more than 40 million people a year. Although many of the symptoms are associated with generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and social anxiety disorder are also anxiety disorders. These different disorders have their own unique treatments. With the recent COVID-19 pandemic…
There are four main categories of drugs that can potentially lead those who use them to become addicted. They fall under the umbrella of what is known as psychoactive drugs, affecting the central nervous system and the brain. By acting on the central nervous system, they cause changes in perception, behavior, and mood. Communication between…
Everybody gets down from time to time, but most people bounce back with relatively little residue of the blues remaining. But for others, sadness and anxiety hang around longer. This may be a sign of clinical depression. It is vital that you seek help if lingering feelings of worthlessness, guilt, anger, and hopelessness cause problems…
Mental illness is often the root cause of addiction problems. If the mental health issues are not treated, the chances of overcoming addiction are made that much harder. When you have a clearer outlook on life, there is less of a desire to self-medicate. By first tackling the one issue, you now have the tools…
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,…
Your Guide to West Coast Drug Rehab Dealing with addiction can be difficult, but you don’t have to fight it alone. Virtual therapy at Sunstone Recovery has highly qualified therapists, west coast energy, and flexible treatment hours. Virtual counseling at Sunstone Recovery’s west coast drug rehab center can help people get control of their lives…
In the past year, the need for therapy services has increased exponentially. Whether it’s because people recognized they needed more help or more people truly needed support remains unclear. But that people sought help is a step in the right direction. Even when the pandemic kept people apart, therapy continued via remote practices. What Are…
Addiction is a serious issue for millions of Americans across the nation, both young and old. Those who struggle with addiction cause pain for both themselves and their loved ones. Addiction is not something a person sees coming, and it is often the result of numerous, often complex factors. Interestingly, two people could be addicted…