How Long Do Opiate Withdrawals Last?
Withdrawal from opiates is similar to other depressants. Keeping that in mind, opiate withdrawal can be particularly severe when an individual has developed an addiction to particularly potent synthetic opiates like fentanyl. Suppose you or someone you love is struggling with ceasing opiate abuse in part due to the fear of withdrawal symptoms. In that […]
3 Stages of Alcoholism
There are many ways to approach questions about the stages of alcoholism or an alcohol use disorder (AUD). Looked at one way, you could describe alcoholism as becoming more problematic based on use. An example is a transition from occasional drinking, to moderate drinking, to heavy drinking. From a more broad perspective, which will be […]
How Long Does Heroin Recovery Take?
Recovering from heroin addiction can be a challenging process. The reasons a heroin addiction recovery timeline can vary depending on several factors that relate to personal circumstances and the treatment plan designed by professional medical experts. For best results, it’s a good idea to focus on lasting recovery and not attempt to speed up the […]
5 Benefits of an Alumni Program
There are many benefits of an Alumni Program that are worth considering if you or your loved one is nearing completion of a treatment program or has recently completed treatment and is in the recovery process. It’s important to remember that recovery is an ongoing process. Rehab alumni programs are designed to help those in […]
Overcome Stress With EMDR Therapy
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a breakthrough therapy that mental health practitioners increasingly use to help those struggling with anxiety, stress, and trauma. EMDR therapy is becoming more and more popular as a part of an integrated treatment and wellness plan for those in recovery from substance abuse and addiction. Past trauma is […]
4 Signs You’re Dating a Drug Addict
Signs someone has a substance abuse disorder can be subtle. Typically, we imagine a person with an addiction strung out and acting erratically. There are instances in which individuals can hide their addictions, even those they are closest to. It’s important to be aware of signs that you might be dating an addict. If you […]
How to Prevent Relapse
Relapse prevention is an essential part of the recovery process. You may have heard people say that people must be ready to stay sober. There is a grain of truth in this statement. However, they can be prepared for sober life with proper treatment. At TruHealing Gaithersburg, we teach life skills and healthy habits to […]
What Is Client Education?
Client education is an important aspect of addiction treatment and recovery. Clients and their loved ones often do not fully understand why a person has developed a substance abuse disorder and the root causes of why a person turns to drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism. The programs and services offered by TruHealing Gaithersburg, […]
What Is an Aftercare Program?
There are many aspects to aftercare programs for substance abuse for those who are unfamiliar. In a general sense, aftercare programs involve preparing a person through recovery treatment to reenter society and maintain a sober living. This often involves learning about group therapy and 12-step programs for relapse prevention, forming bonds with others who have […]
Gain Independence With Community Housing
Community housing provides a structured environment that is safe and secure for those in recovery from addiction. Clients who complete treatment at TruHealing Gaithersburg can choose to make use of our community housing program as a stepping stone towards returning to society. In our community housing environment, which is designed to have many comforts of […]