Medication-assisted treatment (or MAT) has been approved to help fight opioid and alcohol addictions. The benefits of a MAT program are many, the most important being that it helps improve the chances of a person staying clean and sober longer than many programs that use other methods. To date, MAT programs have found their greatest…
Heroin addiction is the cause of the largest number of overdose deaths in the country at the moment. Many heroin detox programs are finding themselves consistently at capacity yet there are many more waiting for their chance to enter a detox program. Heroin withdrawal isn’t quite as physically difficult as with some other drugs. However,…
Your post-treatment support network matters. A good alumni program is the foundation of maintaining mental health after completing an Arizona mental health treatment program. It can provide the option for people who are already recovered to check in periodically, help others, and continue to work on their own growth and development. It makes relapse less…
Commonly abused prescription drugs are often as dangerous as “street” substances, yet they’re widely available. A drug that’s safe or essential to take when you have a particular condition can become deadly when taken for pleasure instead. Since these medications are prescribed by doctors and dispensed by pharmacies, there’s a common misconception they’re somehow safer…
Most people think of addiction as solely a chemical or substance-based problem. However, the human brain can latch on to nearly any soothing or pleasing behavior and form an addiction. Process addictions usually don’t involve specific substances, but they still cause adverse effects. A person struggling with a process addiction may lose friends, struggle to maintain romantic…
Dual diagnosis in drug rehab occurs when a person who uses drugs or alcohol also has a mental health disorder. The 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that 9.2 million adults in the U.S. suffered from both mental illness and drug abuse. It may be common, but it is also one of the…
If you’re struggling with addiction, there’s no need to feel ashamed. Most people who struggle with drugs and alcohol never intended to become addicted. While your brain and body are healthy, sometimes they are no match for the feel-good chemicals that come with addiction. Asking for help is a sign of strength, and the fact…
If you’re searching for the best rehab centers in Prescott, you’re likely debating entering treatment for drug or alcohol use. We understand how hard it can be to reach out for help, and we appreciate that you’re considering taking the next step by reaching out. At Viewpoint Dual Recovery Center, we’re proud to be one…