Meditation and other alternative therapies have become a popular part of addiction recovery. We’ll look at its effectiveness during addiction treatment. You’ll learn about the benefits of meditating during treatment and beyond here at Midwest Recovery. What is Meditation? When you think of meditating, perhaps you think of someone sitting with their legs crossed and…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world around you, and things likely don’t feel the same as they used to. If you’re struggling with addiction or seeking out treatment, you may have considered recovery programs like rehab before but are wondering how COVID is affecting admission. The thing about recovery is that it doesn’t wait…
The causes of alcoholism are complex, and researchers still do not have a complete picture. Why can one person have a glass of wine on Friday night, while for another, one glass leads to a bottle? For the person dealing with the addiction, it cannot be very clear. You may find yourself wondering, “what’s wrong…
Just like substance use created changes in your brain, changes also occur when you stop using drugs. While not all of the damages that occur during addiction can be reversed during recovery, you’d be surprised how much recovery affects the brain. Research has led to a better understanding of the brain and advances in brain…
If you are concerned that yourself or a loved one has a painkiller addiction, getting treatment early is important. Addiction can occur when someone begins using illicit opioids or starts with a prescription from a doctor. We’ll look at spotting addiction early in both instances. What Is Painkiller Addiction? Painkillers are typically prescription opioid medications. These…
Mental health and substance abuse go hand-in-hand and often create a debate similar to the chicken and the egg. It’s hard to know if substance use contributes to mental health issues or if mental health issues trigger substance use; sometimes, it’s both. One thing is for sure. They are related. Studies show that half of…
Recovery from addiction is a process. There are many steps involved, and each one is important. However, it’s often said that the first step is the hardest. What is the first step? Admitting that you have a problem. It sounds simple, but denial is a major component of addiction. We’ll take a closer look at…
Admitting you have a problem is the first step to recovery. Denial is a key characteristic of addiction, and coming to terms with your addiction is not an easy task. One of the most difficult aspects is speaking to your family about your addiction. Having a strategy in place at Midwest Recovery, such as our…
There are many decisions to make when choosing to look at recovery programs. One of these decisions is where you will live. If you choose an outpatient program, you have the option to choose community housing. We’ll look at what it is, how it differs from other programs, and community housing at Midwest Recovery can…