People with substance use disorders involving drugs or alcohol must receive supportive, comprehensive, holistic care from addiction treatment facilities that fit their needs. Help is available through programs that treat drug and alcohol addictions—and any mental illnesses present. Whether the substance use disorder co-exists with a mental illness, the best treatments have the same goal: … Read more
Over the last two decades, the number of benzodiazepine prescriptions has risen. About one in eight Americans use benzodiazepine, or benzos, each year. Unfortunately, the rising use of benzos has led to an increase in addiction. Once patients become addicted to benzos, it can be difficult to stop using the drug. Targeted addiction treatment can help. At Indiana … Read more
Each year, about 14 million Americans struggle with the effects of alcohol addiction, and around 95,000 Americans die each year from the effects of excessive drinking. Alcohol use disorder (AUD) can affect every part of a person’s life, from job loss and severe health problems. Fortunately, treatment can help. At Indiana Center for Recovery, our experienced staff provides compassionate … Read more
Medications for alcohol addiction can be a great complement to your behavioral therapy sessions and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) support group meetings. There are a variety of FDA-approved medications available for those who need help withdrawing from alcohol, recovering from alcohol dependence, and achieving long-term sobriety from alcohol addiction. They’re one of the best treatment options … Read more
The societal stigmas that surround addiction and substance abuse have existed for more than a century. Perceptions of people who struggle with drug and alcohol dependence are often skewed by the adverse symptoms accompanying addiction, such as unpredictable behavior and impaired judgment. The specific attitudes of shame and humiliation associated with substance use disorders have … Read more
Addiction is a far-reaching disease with the power to leave a lot of destruction in its wake. Those who are fortunate enough to recognize the signs of addiction in themselves have already taken a vital step towards getting the treatment and help they need. In other cases, loved ones are tasked with staging an intervention … Read more
