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Anxiety and Addiction

Outpatient Treatment

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 State Behavioral Health Director. Mikaela has grown with BrightView and… read more Published: November 29, 2022 Updated: July 9, 2024 Just as with other mental health concerns, anxiety and addiction often go hand-in-hand. A person may use drugs or alcohol to help alleviate the symptoms of anxiety. This is especially true for depressants, substances known to provide a feeling of calm and relaxation. Depressants…

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Finding Suboxone Doctors in North Wilkesboro, NC

Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 28, 2022 Updated: June 3, 2024 There are many people in the North Wilkesboro, NC area who are struggling with addiction. BrightView’s rehab clinic can help them get on the road to recovery. By providing effective treatment and promoting lasting recovery, we can help people in Wilkesboro get their lives back on track. One of the biggest roadblocks to recovery for those with opioid use disorders is the fear of withdrawal. While withdrawal symptoms can be uncomfortable, they are not life-threatening.…

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Tips for Safely Quitting Alcohol

Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment

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 23, 2022 Updated: November 29, 2022 If you think your alcohol use has become problematic, you may be considering quitting. Before you go cold turkey, you should consider whether it is safe to do so on your own or you should get professional help. Safely quitting alcohol may require assistance from an…

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‘Tis the Season…to be Sober! Your 2023 Ultimate Holiday Sobriety Guide

Addiction Recovery, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 21, 2022 Updated: November 27, 2023 The holidays can be a particularly stressful time for someone in recovery from an alcohol or substance use disorder. But by planning ahead and having the right tools and boundaries in place, the holidays can be “the most wonderful time of the year.” KEY TAKEAWAYS Celebrate the Good, Avoid the Bad: Saying “no” to experiences that put you at risk will avoid triggers leading to a setback in your recovery. It also gives you more…

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Medicaid Drug Rehabs in Norfolk, VA

Addiction Treatment Center, Medicaid Rehab Centers

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 21, 2022 Updated: October 23, 2023 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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Physical Effects of Opioid Addiction

Drug Addiction Treatment, Medication Assisted Treatment, Opioid Addiction Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda serves as BrightView Health’s Vice President of Quality Operations. Prior to joining BrightView in 2020, Rhonda has over 18 years’… 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, the problem…

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Can Vivitrol Reduce Alcohol Cravings?

Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda serves as BrightView Health’s Vice President of Quality Operations. Prior to joining BrightView in 2020, Rhonda has over 18 years’… 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 consuming the…

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Are You Sober on Suboxone?

Addiction Recovery, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 11, 2022 Updated: May 14, 2024 Suboxone is a brand name of a buprenorphine/naloxone medication that helps people with opioid addiction recover by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Other brand names include Sublocade, Brixadi, and Subutex. Suboxone can be taken as a pill, film, or sublingual tablet. While this medication 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…

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Avoiding Relapse During the Holidays

Recovery, Substance Abuse Treatment

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 State Behavioral Health Director. Mikaela has grown with BrightView and… 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 avoid…

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Signs of Meth Withdrawal

Drug Addiction Treatment, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Substance Abuse Treatment, 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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