We, at Liberty Addiction Recovery, understand how expensive and difficult it is to pay for mental health care or addiction recovery services out-of-pocket. Liberty Addiction Recovery Centers can help those in Utah who require mental health treatment and addiction recovery services as SelectHealth providers. Treatment at SelectHealth facilities can be paid for with health insurance.…
Common signs of alcohol dependence and withdrawal, and where to go for help. For some people alcohol can be part of many occasions but like many drugs it’s addictive, both physically and psychologically. An English study performed by the NHS estimates that around 9% of men in the UK and 3% of UK women show…
Getting help with Alcohol Addiction Drugs, both legal and illegal (alcohol included) create a relationship of dependence so deep in people that they gradually destroy them, first by taking away money, then work and finally the family. This happens without the addict being completely aware of what is happening since in his thoughts the most…
What Is Meth Addiction?
So, you’ve woken up and your head is spinning and you start remembering (if your lucky) last night. The feeling where your stomach sinks and you put your head in your pillow doesn’t need to come rushing back, we’ve got 5 steps that could help you avoid that drunken mistake and begin your recovery as…
Binge drinking occurs when individuals drink multiple drinks in a row for the purpose of getting incredibly drunk. In this way, binge drinking is different from alcoholism, due to the fact that most binge drinkers do not drink every day, but instead usually consume alcohol all at once during specific social outings. Binge drinking is…
Like with many other types of diseases, relapse is a part of the addiction recovery process for many people. Relapse isn’t usually something that occurs out-of-the-blue, though. It’s almost always preceded by triggers; situations or emotions that crop up in life and make you feel like you need to use. Recognizing these triggers early on,…
Talking to children about addiction is always difficult, especially when they are very young. However, it is necessary to combat the media’s portrayal of drugs and alcohol with truth, even to small children. Having conversations with your children about drug and alcohol abuse are important to teach them the necessary skills to overcome the pressures…
How to Build Coping Mechanisms to Fight Cravings Achieving lasting recovery from addiction is a journey filled with ups and downs. While many individuals in recovery may face a relapse, it’s essential to remember that a setback doesn’t equate to failure. Relapses often stem from intense cravings during withdrawal periods. However, with the right strategies,…
There are many longstanding questions about the nature of addiction. As research continues to progress, we continue to answer more and more of these questions. But one particular question burns in people’s minds as they think about whether it can pertain to them or not: Does addiction have a personality type? There is no simple…