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Medicaid Drug Rehabs in Norfolk, VA

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 21, 2022 Updated: November 15, 2022 There are many roadblocks to recovery that can stand in a person’s way, but one of the most significant is a lack of access to quality care. When concerns about the cost, availability, or flexibility of treatment options are present, it can be difficult to make the decision to seek help. However, BrightView offers a unique solution that can make a difficult decision a little easier. Our Norfolk, VA addiction treatment center accepts Medicaid in…

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Medication Assisted Treatment Resources in Winston-Salem, NC

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 16, 2022 Updated: November 15, 2022 For those who are ready to break free from addiction, medication assisted treatment (MAT) can be a godsend. This evidence-based approach to treatment can help people manage their withdrawal symptoms and cravings, making lastin recovery more attainable. In North Carolina and beyond, medication assisted treatment is helping to save lives. There are medication assisted treatment resources in Winston-Salem at BrightView. Our clinic, located conveniently at the intersection of North Point Blvd and University Parkway, can…

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Physical Effects of Opioid Addiction

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper joined BrightView as Vice President of Clinical Services to expand services into the state of Kentucky. Rhonda is a Licensed Clinical… read more Published: November 16, 2022 Updated: November 29, 2022 The opioid epidemic has become an increasingly prominent issue throughout the country. Many people innocently began by taking doctor-prescribed opioid medications without realizing how easily one can become addicted to them. Once they start to notice the effects of opioid addiction,…

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Can Vivitrol Reduce Alcohol Cravings?

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper joined BrightView as Vice President of Clinical Services to expand services into the state of Kentucky. Rhonda is a Licensed Clinical… read more Published: November 14, 2022 Updated: November 14, 2022 One of the most challenging parts of recovering from alcohol use disorder is resisting cravings. When your body becomes dependent on a substance, whether it is alcohol, drugs, caffeine, or even sugar, it will produce powerful cravings to lure you into…

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Are You Sober on Suboxone?

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 11, 2022 Updated: November 14, 2022 Suboxone is a brand name of a buprenorphine/naloxone medication that helps people with opioid addiction recover by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It can be taken as a pill, film, or sublingual tablet. While Suboxone is not a cure for addiction, it is an important tool that can help people in recovery stay on track. However, there are some myths and misconceptions about Suboxone that can make it difficult for people to understand how it…

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Benefits of Suboxone Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 9, 2022 Updated: November 14, 2022 If you have ever tried unsuccessfully to recover from drug and alcohol addiction, you know how intense the withdrawal process can be. Thankfully, certain medications help ease those symptoms so you can get through withdrawal more comfortably. Medication assisted treatment programs (MAT) can also help you manage cravings, which can greatly increase the recovery rate and length of success. When you need additional support to recover from opioid addiction, you can put your trust in…

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Avoiding Relapse During the Holidays

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and is the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Ohio. Mikaela has grown with… read more Published: November 9, 2022 Updated: November 29, 2022 The holidays are often marketed as the best time of the year. However, the holidays can also be a challenge for many people, especially those diagnosed with a substance use disorder. Some of those in recovery find that it is especially difficult to…

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What is Alcohol Induced Psychosis?

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author BrightView News BrightView News read more Published: November 8, 2022 Updated: September 22, 2023 Severe intoxication, alcohol withdrawal, and chronic alcohol use can cause this serious condition What is alcohol-induced psychosis? Can it happen to me? These are common questions for those who regularly consume alcohol. And it’s worth noting this serious condition is not the result of simply having too much to drink. It is caused by withdrawal from severe intoxication or chronic alcoholism. KEY TAKEAWAYS Alcohol-induced psychosis is caused by…

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Signs of Meth Withdrawal

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor… read more Published: November 7, 2022 Updated: November 14, 2022 Millions of people in the United States use drugs daily to alleviate stress, anxiety, pain, and insomnia. Some of these drugs are prescribed by doctors, while others are obtained illicitly for self-medication. Meth, for example, is a powerful stimulant that is often abused for its euphoric…

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Newport News, VA: Top 5 Addiction Treatment Providers

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author BrightView News BrightView News read more Published: November 2, 2022 Updated: November 8, 2022 When it comes to outpatient opioid addiction treatment programs, there is good news. You can access high-quality, trustworthy, reputable addiction treatment providers near you. BrightView Health wants anyone facing opioid addiction in the Greater Newport News, Virginia area to know that there is hope for recovery. Top Five Addiction Treatment Providers in Newport News, VA 1. BrightView: BrightView is not your typical “drug rehab” program. In fact, if…

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