by John Sharpe | Jun 25, 2022 | Blog
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the first-line care for opioid use disorder. MAT reduces the chance of relapse and overdose, helping clients sustain their recovery. This effective treatment has been used for decades, but some people still misunderstand how and...
by John Sharpe | Jun 17, 2022 | Blog
Nurturing the connection between the mind, body, and spirit is key to a happy and healthy life. Those who struggle with addiction may have childhood trauma or personal conflicts that are unresolved, causing them to feel detached from themselves and unhappy....
by John Sharpe | Jun 12, 2022 | Blog
Going into treatment for addiction can be frightening for some people. Having a substance use disorder (SUD) is challenging enough, and there are so many unknowns. This process can be even more difficult when those who have experienced trauma, discrimination, or...
by John Sharpe | Jun 6, 2022 | Blog
There are many reasons a person will be resistant to seeking treatment for a substance use disorder (SUD). This article will highlight five common reasons and explain how to help them get treatment. Why They Might Reject the Idea of Treatment When you are really sick,...
by John Sharpe | May 28, 2022 | Recovery Tools
Most people respond well to typical treatment for addiction. Each person’s experience is unique and all work in recovery is challenging. However, for some, typical residential treatment is not enough. They may try multiple programs without success, and perhaps not...