Recovery goals for individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse are rarely black and white. This is due to the complexity of the disease, varied treatment options and the patient’s individual needs. Addiction seldom occurs in isolation, but is rather connected to an individual’s emotional, social and metal functioning. As such, a patient’s recovery goals…
Those addicted to drugs and alcohol often spin so recklessly out of control that the only option for regaining a stable, happy lifestyle lies in rehabilitation. In this entry, we will explore the many benefits associated with the journey in hopes of eliminating rumor, myth and confusion associated with treatment. Luxury Rehab Features Luxury alcohol…
Oscar de la Hoya, who has battled drug and alcohol addiction in the past, and is busy promoting a bout between Floyd Mayweather and Canelo Alvarez, has announced that he will not be attending the match. Instead, he has voluntarily checked himself into a drug rehab facility. Mr. de la Hoya issued a statement saying…
For a long time, medicine and psychology kept their distance from one another. Eventually, each side recognized the phenomenon of mental illnesses which is caused by brain chemistry and the two sciences finally began to work together. Over time, the two have become even more closely intertwined by the rise of dual diagnosis. What Is…
When an individual suffers from both an addiction to drugs or alcohol and a mental illness, it is referred to as dual diagnosis. In order to properly address both issues, specialized treatment must be employed to ensure a successful and long-lasting recovery. It’s also important to understand how the dual diagnosis definition is understood. In…