Treatment

Over 23 million Americans struggle with substance abuse and could benefit from treatment, but every person's addiction story is a bit different. Even when the same or similar substances are in use, each case of addiction is influenced by an individual's health, history and unique needs. While group therapies can be very effective and provide the benefit of community, sessions naturally must be generalized to meet the demands of the whole group. For some people, this approach to addiction treatment may not be the most effective strategy. Rather, a treatment program designed to meet the client's particular needs may be [...]

Treatment for those who have been abusing drugs or alcohol can be intensive and varied. Depending on your unique situation, there is a therapy program appropriate for your needs. Partial hospitalization programs and outpatient therapy each may be more appropriate for some individuals, but in either case, therapeutic counseling for addiction is necessary to help you achieve success. Which type of therapy is best for me? Every case of substance use disorder is different. Why? Because every single client has a different personal experience with drugs and/or alcohol, from the root cause of the condition, to the length of [...]

When choosing a therapist or a treatment program, don’t settle. Just because therapists and counselors are trained to help you doesn’t mean that we are all the same. There are so many different modalities and types of therapy to treat similar symptoms. Due to the variety of approaches and styles, it is very important to make sure that you and your therapist are a good fit. As a client, it is okay to ask questions and “interview” a new counselor. It is okay to see whether or not you feel a connection. You can do your own research about theory [...]

Outpatient behavioral healthcare provider Rehab After Work now offers Vivitrol injections for adults at its Daylesford, PA location. Rehab After Work’s Vivitrol services are available to all Rehab After Work clients. Individuals interested in becoming a client can call (610) 644-6464 and schedule an intake appointment. Clients can receive Vivitrol injections at 1440 Russell Road in Paoli, PA. As a longtime provider of drug and alcohol addiction treatment in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Rehab After Work remains focused on offering cutting-edge services. Vivitrol is an injection that blocks the intense high from opioid use that often leads to addiction and [...]

People battling addiction while simultaneously trying to manage symptoms of stress often experience increased cravings and risk of relapse. Without the proper coping strategies to deal with stress, it can be tempting to turn to drugs or alcohol, or other unhealthy coping mechanisms, to help alleviate stress and reduce its effects. While it's virtually impossible to remove all pressures from life, it is possible to gain a deeper understanding of the way stress works, how it effects the body and how to develop appropriate coping strategies to handle stressful situations. What is stress? Stress is the body's response to pressure, [...]

Juggling work and family is a challenge. The thought of throwing rehab and treatment programs into the mix seems overwhelming. But it is possible! From time management to breaking down and asking for help, these seven tips will help you manage your family and career while making time to get support for substance abuse. Leave Superman or Wonder Woman for the Movies!Unless you’re a superhero, chances are you can’t do it all. Set realistic expectations. Finding time for work, your family and friends, and a treatment program is challenging. Having realistic expectations will decrease or reduce some of the [...]