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What is Dual-Diagnosis Treatment?
Many addiction programs have adopted dual-diagnosis treatment for clients diagnosed with mental as well as addictive disorders. For the uninitiated, this type of medical terminology can be slightly confusing. In more pedestrian terms, dual-diagnosis is simply referencing a rehab program that is willing to offer an all-encompassing treatment approach to addictive disorders and treat any…
The Importance of Forgiveness in Addiction Recovery
Forgiveness is the practice of choosing not to be angry any longer by letting go of past pain and hurt. Those in recovery can further begin the healing process by not wasting energy and time self-perpetuating past pain. In this frame of reference, the practice of forgiveness is easily viewed as intricately linked to the…
What to Expect in the First 90 Days After Rehab
Completing an inpatient treatment program is a significant achievement in its own right worthy of praise. Unfortunately, as clients and their loved ones will soon learn, there is not much time for celebration when it comes to recovery. Success should always be acknowledged, but after a quick pat on the back, the next steps of…
The Importance of Nutrition and Exercise in Addiction Recovery
The constant misuse of alcohol and drugs in the pre-treatment phase for those with addictions can wreak havoc on the body and mind. For those who have struggled for a longer time with substance use disorder (SUD), serious illnesses such as diabetes, liver disease, hypertension, and heart disease are relatively common. Not only can patients…
Top 5 Podcasts for Addiction Recovery
For the overwhelming majority of patients, recovery from addiction will be a life-long process that consists of a variety of treatment methods to maintain long-term sobriety. Any co-occurring mental health issues should also be treated in addition to substance use disorders. Although initial treatment methods involving detox and extended stays in rehab facilities lean more…
The Role of Family Members in Addiction Recovery
Substance use disorders (SUD) are considered a family disease. The actions of someone with SUD might disrupt their lives, and the negative consequences of their actions can impact their family. Parents, partners, and even children are each affected by a family member’s SUD. We may seem to be focusing on the negative aspects of addiction;…
What You Need to Know About Helpful Al-Anon Family Groups and Meetings
Much of the focus in recovery ideology is placed on those in recovery, but friends and family members of individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders (SUD) should also be considered when discussing treatment options. The stressors of loving someone struggling with SUD can be difficult to manage, and the litany of questions that plague friends…
What Should I Expect from Withdrawal?
Depending on the type of illicit substance involved in an addictive disorder and the frequency with which a person misused the substance, those in recovery can expect to experience both physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms that range in severity and duration. There is no exact measure of time, length, or severity for withdrawal symptoms that…
Fun Sober Activities to Do This Spring and Summer in Colorado
Choice House facilities sit within the picturesque Boulder County area of Colorado in the foothills of the Rocky Mountain National Park. Our unique location offers beautiful views for clients and their visiting loved ones, and the area is also a veritable playground for many fun, sobriety-leaning outdoor activities. Colorado has long been a destination for…