by Grant Schaefer | Mar 29, 2023 | Important things to know, Skills, Youth Treatment
Signs and Symptoms of Substance Use Signs and symptoms of substance use can vary depending on the type of substance being used. However, some common signs may include changes in behavior or mood, physical changes like weight loss or increased appetite, changes in...
by Grant Schaefer | Mar 20, 2023 | Important things to know, Skills
Common Myths About Achieving Goals Before we dive into how to set and maintain goals, let’s first name and debunk some of the common myths about achieving goals. While it might go without saying, there are several common myths or misconceptions about setting and...
by Grant Schaefer | Mar 8, 2023 | Important things to know, Types of Programming
Why Do We Need Addiction Treatment? Before we dive into the distinction between holistic and traditional addiction treatment, let’s focus on why we need addiction treatment in the first place. Statistics show that addiction is a significant issue in the United States....
by Grant Schaefer | Feb 13, 2023 | Important things to know, Levels of care
Detox Programs The American Society for Addiction Medicine (ASAM) outlines 4 main levels of care that people typically experience in addiction treatment. Detox programs are considered the highest form of treatment. Detox treatment centers help physically separate...
by Grant Schaefer | Jan 25, 2023 | Clinical Importance, Important things to know, Levels of care
Different Types of Outpatient Treatment After being accepted into an outpatient treatment program, you’ll likely experience one or more types of care. This typically includes partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP) and outpatient (OP). One important...
