Drug abuse and addiction hit a broad spectrum of society, with no regard to age, race, or socioeconomic status. Addiction to drugs doesn’t mean a certain type of drug or substance, such as alcohol or opioids. So, what are the four types of drugs? According to the National Institutes of Health, there are four main…
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New Year’s resolutions are a great way to start the new year. They may even fit well with your goal to maintain a sober lifestyle in recovery. No matter what 2021 throws at us, having the right mindset and setting attainable goals can help us succeed. It’s a good idea to work with your Sunstone…
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Many people struggling with addiction used virtual telehealth for the first time this past year, whether opting into it or because it was the only option. Social distancing guidelines made it difficult to find in-person addiction treatment. There are several benefits of virtual IOP that still make it an attractive option, despite the pandemic guidelines…
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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…
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For many, the holidays aren’t always such a joyous time, and this holiday season will likely be no exception. COVID-19 upended lives, routines, finances, and health. The reasons someone might have an unhappy holiday will vary from person to person. For some individuals, when the routine experience of seasonal depression rears its ugly head, it…
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Dual Diagnosis treatment is the treatment approach used to help people struggling with co-occurring disorders, which often involve addiction and a mental health issue such as PTSD or depression. The presence of both conditions makes successful treatment of one issue dependent on recovering from the other problem as well. In the case of co-occurring disorders,…
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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…
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Many times a person claims victory over their addiction only to be surprised by experiencing a relapse in their very first year of recovery. Some are left in a state of confusion, wondering what went wrong. In a large percentage of relapse cases, not enough time has elapsed, or the addicted person was exposed to…
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Portland, Oregon is Oregon State’s most populous city, running along the interstate-5 corridor. This highway makes it easier for drug traffickers to distribute drugs in and around Portland. While many people in Portland may think that substance abuse mostly affects the homeless population, use of meth and heroin is widespread. Especially in the colder months,…
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With Thanksgiving coming soon, families may be thinking of gathering, and deadlines may be approaching. With the added stress of the pandemic along with the holiday season approaching, it is understandable that all of us might feel a bit frazzled. For those dealing with mental health symptoms and diagnoses, this time can feel especially chaotic…
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