Addiction recovery is a journey that requires determination, perseverance, and most importantly, setting and achieving goals. Setting goals in addiction recovery is crucial for individuals to have a clear vision and direction towards their desired outcome. It provides structure and motivation to continue on the path of sobriety. At Midwest Recovery Center, we understand the…
At Midwest Recovery Center, we understand that each person’s journey through addiction is unique, which is why we offer personalized treatment plans tailored to meet individual needs. We believe that effective treatment goes beyond just addressing the physical dependence on substances. Our team of experienced professionals recognizes the importance of addressing underlying issues such as…
Women often face unique challenges while in rehab and during their recovery. Some of these hurdles are due to the physical differences between men and women, such as men metabolizing alcohol and other substances faster than women. Also, actors like pregnancy, motherhood, and a history of trauma can make treatment difficult. This is why a…
A partial hospitalization program (also known simply as PHP) will provide you with intensive care for your severe behavioral issues like drug and alcohol addiction. At a medical detox center, the substances will be removed from your body, and then you will receive compassionate care over the course of several hours each day while you…
Prescription drug abuse is defined as “Taking drugs other than how they were prescribed to you,” and according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, over 18 million Americans abused prescription drugs in 2017. Prescription drug abuse is dangerous not only on its own but because it can lead to opioid addiction. With that comes…
The Thanksgiving holiday, for many Americans, is a celebration of and with family and friends. On the last Thursday in November, and throughout the long weekend, you may share good food, have fun conversations, and watch football, and usually, there are drinks flowing freely. For those with alcohol addiction and those in rehab or on…
Addiction doesn’t only affect the person struggling with substance abuse. Family members often bear the brunt of the fallout. They must watch as someone they love undergoes drastic personality changes. Families are the ones who typically step in when a member gets into legal trouble or ends up in the hospital because of an overdose.…
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…