GROUP THERAPY: EXPECTATION VS. REALITY

When addicts who have never been to a group therapy session hear the phrase “group therapy,” they tend to instantly become defensive. Their first instinct is to reject the idea, as they often think it is intimidating or embarrassing. They usually have a few...

HOW DOES LONG-TERM ADDICTION TREATMENT WORK?

Addiction is a disease that affects more people than you may realize. In fact, it’s estimated that nearly 10 percent of the population over the age of 12 suffers from an illicit drug addiction at any given time. Whether it’s opioids, hallucinogens, or prescription...

THE IMPACT OF DRUG ABUSE ON FAMILIES

It’s estimated that over 20 million Americans suffer with an addiction. Because substance abuse can be classified as a dependence on an addictive substance, these addictions could be to illicit drugs, alcohol, or prescription drugs. No matter the substance, the end...