Does Outpatient Rehab Work?

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 10, 2020 Updated: May 17, 2021 Drug and alcohol treatment programs generally fall into one of two categories — inpatient rehab or outpatient rehab.  Both programs focus on overall rehabilitation from addiction to drugs and/or alcohol and each of them has unique benefits with the same overall goal in mind, to help someone address their addiction issues.  Inpatient or residential rehab programs require a person to stay on the property of the treatment facility, overnight, essentially living on the premises.  This…

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What is the Biopsychosocial Model and What Are Wraparound Services?

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 3, 2020 Updated: June 3, 2020 Recovery can be overwhelming.  Especially all of the jargon used around the term recovery.  At BrightView, we say that wraparound services are effective and we also tout the “biopsychosocial” model of care and, but what are these things?  There are A LOT of words in those phrases that need to be broken down.  At BrightView, we understand that treating a person’s addiction is not a one-way street.  There are many avenues that need to be…

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Finding and Maintaining Sobriety in the Era of Coronavirus

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 27, 2020 Updated: May 27, 2020 In our collective attempt to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 through physical distancing and business closures, some folks have found a temporary reprieve from the daily grind. The stress of economic shutdown notwithstanding, a silver lining has emerged for some people: a few are using the sudden break from our normal routines to pursue hobbies, work through stacks of books they’ve been meaning to read, or even to simply catch up on sleep. For others,…

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8 Misconceptions About Drug Addiction

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 24, 2020 Updated: June 21, 2022 Drug addiction is often misunderstood. Many people don’t have firsthand experience with it. As a result, they are unsure what it is, how it happens, or how it can change their own life. These misconceptions can lead to addiction itself or make it hard for those who need care to get it. Our team at BrightView can offer support to you as you work through these challenges. Reach out to us today at 888.501.9865 to…

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8 Documentaries About Addiction & Recovery Worth Watching Right Now

Addiction Recovery, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction Treatment, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 20, 2020 Updated: August 14, 2024 Often the best recovery stories can be found in documentaries. These powerful movies can captivate viewers, giving them a new frame of reference to help shape their opinions. Documentaries about substance use disorders can help you understand the good and the bad involved with addiction and recovery — from the strength patients find while rebuilding their lives into something even better than before they were addicted, to the stigma and misinformation about this disease. Here…

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A Peer Recovery Supporter at BrightView Shares An Unfiltered Excerpt from His Book About Addiction and Recovery

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 12, 2020 Updated: May 12, 2020 I have lived the life of one of the most low-life, ruthless, and hopeless heroin addicts that you may ever hear from. My childhood was great. I was raised in a great home with great parents and great influences. Looking at the way that I grew up, you never would have thought that I would have ended up the way that I did. This goes to show that addiction can happen to anyone, regardless of…

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Drug Rehab in Youngstown, OH that accepts Medicaid

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 20, 2020 Updated: September 24, 2024 If you’re looking for drug rehab in Youngstown, OH that accepts Medicaid, consider BrightView’s center.  BrightView is not your traditional drug rehab, and you’ll experience the difference as soon as you walk through our doors.  Our addiction recovery programs provide medication and therapy on your first day to actually help you feel better. We offer a comprehensive outpatient addiction treatment model that addresses the needs of the whole person: what we call the “biopsychosocial” model…

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BrightView Launches Smoking Cessation Intervention Program

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 13, 2020 Updated: April 13, 2020 Information from American Lung Association As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the U.S. and globally, the American Lung Association continues to publish updated guidance on the best ways to protect yourself and your family from the spread of bacteria and viruses—including the coronavirus. With coronavirus impacting lung function, our research and support of lung health is now more important than ever. The American Lung Association held their 5th annual LUNG FORCE Advocacy Day on March…

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Community Conquers Isolation: My Story of Recovery from Alcoholism.

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 13, 2020 Updated: October 28, 2022  April is Alcohol Awareness Month. 14.4 million adults in the United States suffer from Alcohol Use Disorder (18 years and older, 2018 NSDUH).  I am one of them.  In 2014 I had been living in a haze of probably the worst case of alcohol addiction imaginable.  Looking back, I am still shocked how quickly alcohol took over my brain, my body, and my soul. The complete powerlessness that I had over my addiction is something that I still, to this day, have trouble comprehending.…

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A Message from BrightView’s President – Ways to Cope During Social Isolation

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By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 24, 2020 Updated: June 17, 2021 Even during good times, it can be challenging to take a few moments and practice self-care. During this time of global concern, the usual busyness of life is exacerbated as we try to adjust our routines, avoid unnecessary social contact, change our workflow, and otherwise try not to contribute to the spread of a very contagious virus. Right now, self-care is more important than ever. Here are a few tips to help you be more…

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