They say that “it takes a village.” This is because it is true that you can get through a wide array of situations with a supportive network. For those battling drug and alcohol misuse, group therapy for addiction can be beneficial in helping them recover from a substance use disorder and teaching people new skills…
Depressants are a type of drug classification for illicit and prescription drugs that slow down the central nervous system’s function. These drugs may cause a person to become tired, less energetic, or depressed. They can be dangerous and addictive. With this drug information, you may be unsure what you should do if you are using…
Behavioral addiction is just as controlling as addiction related to the use of drugs and alcohol. In many ways, the two are linked. Many engage in behaviors that are unhealthy, including using drugs and alcohol without recognizing the risks. Yet, over time, any negative action performed over and over again can become addictive. At Midwest…
Overconsumption of alcohol or a constant need to use drugs may indicate that a spouse faces addiction and dependence. When you have a spouse addict, it can feel very lonely. Often, a spouse is unsure what to do to help or when to reach out for support. Yet, there is help available for all aspects…
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…
When a person in your family has an addiction, it can affect everyone else in the home. Regardless of the emotional pain and anxiety you feel, helping an addict in your home is something that you or others may not be equipped to handle. If you have never dealt with addiction in the past, it…
If you have a loved one or a friend that is currently struggling with alcoholism or drug addiction, you have an opportunity to help them overcome their addiction. When staging an intervention, you may discover that you need professional help. An addiction treatment center in Toledo, Ohio, can help you reach the person in need…
Dealing with addiction is hard. But for some, asking for help to get out of their destructive downward spiral can be more challenging. Many find it so difficult to reach out for addiction help that they simply continue living with their struggles. Asking for help means a person must admit they need others. It is…
Everyone has an opinion regarding whether addiction is a disease or a choice. Many people will argue that addiction is a string of bad choices, some will shame you for comparing addiction to a “real disease” such as cancer, and a few will ask, “why can’t they just stop?” On the other side of the…