As the rate of addiction soars in the United States, the demand for substance abuse counselors continues to rise. Statistics by the Department of Labor show that this need will increase by close to 23% between 2016 and 2026. This growth is mainly because of...
Alcohol and drug detox is the process of getting alcohol and drugs from your system. You will also learn how to cope with withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and lead an addiction-free life. In most use disorder cases, medical supervision is necessary to ensure safe and effective. Drug...
Addiction treatment has always been done in confined surroundings with constant supervision by doctors and other certified caregivers. While this care has often been life-changing, it is continuously viewed with some judgment. This perception has made many addicts hesitant to seek help, even though their...
Deciding that you’re ready to pursue a drug-free lifestyle is a huge and life-changing decision, however, unfortunately, it is only the first of many on your recovery journey. Perhaps you have been subject to an intervention, and your eyes were opened to the impact of...
Increased comfort with drug and alcohol home detox With each passing day it is becoming more evident that you are developing a chemical dependency on a drug or alcohol. No matter how innocently the use of the substance began, it seems that your body now needs...
San Francisco home detox program The addiction problem with alcohol and drugs in the United States continues to be an increasing problem with no end in sight. Government statistics show that over 23.5 million Americans are addicted to either alcohol, drugs of both. In a new...
According to statistics published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, over 23 million Americans are addicted to alcohol or drugs. That number equates to 10 percent of all Americans over the age of 12. Unfortunately, only 11 percent of those with alcohol or...