Therapy is an important step in the recovery process. It provides you with the tools to successfully recover and sober life afterward. If you have had some addiction for a while or used drugs frequently, you may need extra assistance. An intensive outpatient program for addiction allows you to work on your recovery in different…
Some people lose their loved ones to an opioid overdose every day. Opioid addiction does not always begin intentionally. Many people become dependent after undergoing medical treatment that requires care afterward. In some cases, a person might not even realize that they have become addicted. This is extremely dangerous as someone dependent will often find…
Many state governments are choosing to legalize the use of marijuana. There are good reasons for this. But legalization won’t fix the problem of marijuana abuse. Yes, marijuana, like so many other drugs, can result in substance abuse. Marijuana abuse in teens is a challenging issue, as this drug is among the most popular for…
St. Patrick’s Day tends to be a day of drinking and merriment. For those trying to live a sober lifestyle, it’s holidays like this that can be difficult to manage. How do you find sober activities that are still fun to enjoy when you can’t use alcohol or drugs? Holidays of all kinds can be…
When choosing a place to get help, choose an accredited rehab center. It is nearly always important to have a treatment program that’s reliable and designed to provide you with the best chance at survival. At Insight Recovery Centers, we have developed a treatment program that can do this for you. Yet, before you choose…
There are numerous relapse prevention techniques available to clients who have completed treatment. However, perhaps the best kind of aftercare program involves making sure an individual has a supportive community to turn to and the proper resources to prioritize self-care. Insight Recovery Center can not only guide clients through effective relapse prevention techniques but offers…
Addiction is a disease where individuals have had their brain chemistry altered due to repeated use of a substance. This change makes the individual dependent upon the substance abused to function in a normal manner. In the case of opioid addiction, the condition is usually caused by the abuse of prescription opioids. Insight Recovery Center…