by John Sharpe | Oct 28, 2023 | Blog
Indigenous individuals have a higher risk of developing alcohol use disorder (AUD) and co-occurring conditions. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), in 2021, “280,000 American Indian or Alaska Native people ages 12 and...
by John Sharpe | Oct 25, 2023 | Blog
Many treatment programs suit different individuals depending on what the person is looking for. Some may be interested in intensive outpatient treatment programs (IOPs), while others require a residential facility. Options are endless, and while finding the right...
by John Sharpe | Oct 24, 2023 | Blog
Individuals recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) face many challenges in early recovery. A strong support system is essential for maintaining healthy changes after treatment. However, a support system is only helpful if clients use it regularly and keep the...
by John Sharpe | Oct 21, 2023 | Medication-Assisted Treatment
Medication is sometimes used by many addiction treatment facilities to help clients manage the discomfort of withdrawal symptoms. With that being said, many clients may be weary about using medications during treatment, feeling that it is counterproductive. Feeling...
by John Sharpe | Oct 20, 2023 | Individual Therapy
Clinical depression is difficult for some people to manage while recovering from substance use disorder (SUD). More severe symptoms may affect quality of life. Often, clients with co-occurring major depression and SUD use prescription medications to reduce depressive...