Addiction

Although there is no definitive treatment method for addictive disorders — no clear-cut path from point A of diagnosis to point B of being recovered — there are guidelines based on the commonalities of previous addiction recovery treatments (especially considering the majority of diagnosed cases involve an individualistic, co-occurring mental health disorder). The Substance Abuse…

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), the nonprofit, volunteer-based fellowship of peers committed to enabling sobriety among its members, has practically become synonymous with addiction recovery in America. Since its inception in 1935, AA has been at the forefront of treating addictive disorders by emphasizing addiction as a medical condition and providing a universal treatment model for each…

The impetus for the onset of an addictive disorder and its potential co-occurring mental health issues vary to a large degree from person to person. There is evidence of diagnosed cases where individuals with no history of addictive behavior start using after an injury is treated with an ill-fated prescription to opioid pain relievers, while…

The onset of addictive disorders stemming from substance misuse generally involve some form of untreated co-occurring mental health issue. That is why Choice House utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities to help recovery patients first achieve sobriety and then learn how to maintain a sober lifestyle in the long term. While the different therapy methods…

If you are taking prescription medications, you might be worried if they will affect your journey into sobriety. There are many types of prescription medications that people can’t stop taking, even during recovery from substance use. However, this isn’t something that should prevent you from going into a treatment program. No matter what prescription drugs…

Methamphetamine is a type of drug known as a stimulant, giving users increased energy and feelings of euphoria. Other popular types of stimulants include Ritalin, Adderall, cocaine, crack, and many more. Methamphetamine, or meth, usually comes in crystal form and is one of the most addictive stimulants. The National Institute on Drug Abuse found that…

While men and women share similar behaviors and symptoms while undergoing addiction recovery, there are some significant differences between how the two sexes handle their recovery. For example, a scholarly article featured in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment found that, while women in recovery experienced more shame and depression than their male counterparts, men…

The college experience encompasses some of the most transformative years in an individual’s life. Submerged in uncharted territory and expected to soak up gallons of new information instantaneously, these trying years foster unparalleled personal growth. Complete with demanding classes, challenging studies, and, not to mention, the immense homework load, the college experience is guaranteed to…

Addiction can affect men and women differently due to body chemistry variations, gender expectations, and other factors. These differences shape the experience of addiction for men and women, creating a unique set of challenges for each gender. While some similarities are present, the contrast is significant enough for some rehabilitation centers to offer gender-specific treatment.…