We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
It may not always be clear that drinking has become a problem. Plenty of people drink when they socialize or to help them relax after a stressful day. Unfortunately, alcohol use does not solve problems and can instead interfere with your life. If you think you may need alcohol rehab…
Millions of people in the United States deal with alcohol dependence or alcohol use disorder (AUD), but only a fraction reach out for professional help. There are numerous reasons why a person may not want to enroll in a treatment program for AUD, so treatment centers try to adapt their…
Although millions of people throughout the country deal with alcohol use disorder (AUD), many avoid getting professional help. However, an alcohol rehab in Virginia can be your most powerful ally for overcoming AUD. If you or someone you loved would benefit from alcohol rehab in Virginia, reach out to BrightView…
Heroin is a powerful opioid drug that can hook users as early as the first use. The appeal of this drug is the euphoric feeling it imparts, making the individual using it feel happy, relaxed, and pain-free. Many people transition to heroin from prescription opioids when they can no longer…
Alcohol addiction treatment is not just for those with severe alcohol use disorder. A person dealing with high-functioning alcoholism may still experience the adverse side effects of alcohol, although not the most noticeable signs indicative of an alcohol problem. If you or someone you know shows signs of high-functioning alcoholism,…
Stimulant medications are prescribed to treat conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. These prescription stimulants help people with these conditions maintain better focus and concentration as well as increase alertness so they can function better at work, school, and home. While these medications can be life-changing for those who…
Getting through withdrawal from drugs or alcohol is one of the first accomplishments you will achieve on your recovery journey. After this period, you will work to build the healthy coping skills you need to maintain your sobriety. Willpower is not always enough to help you avoid giving in to…
If you have ever sought substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, you are likely familiar with the addiction treatment assessment. An admission specialist takes your vital signs and asks questions about your substance use and your family history. You may wonder why addiction treatment centers want to know about your family’s…
To achieve long-term success in recovery, it’s important to develop healthy addiction coping skills. It can be difficult to build these coping skills on your own since it is often a lack of these skills that contributed to substance abuse initially. In outpatient addiction treatment programs, you’ll find the support…
