Answering the question of how long is inpatient drug rehab is as complex as the disease of substance use disorder itself. Just like no two people have the exact same circumstances and take the exact same path to their current status, there is no one answer when it comes to determining how long treatment will last. Some…
People who struggle with alcohol addiction have many options for treatment, including 12-step rehab. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has brought 12-step treatment into the limelight. However, not everyone knows the 12 Steps of AA. Understanding these 12 Steps can clarify why so many rehab centers also offer 12 step addiction treatment options. The 12 Steps of…
Millions of people around the United States suffer from drug addiction. However, few of them seek the Houston addiction treatment programs that they need. One reason is that they fear the unknown. When it comes to rehab, one of the most unknown aspects is how long is rehab. Why Do People Want to Know How…
Addiction is a problem that impacts millions of people all over the world. At some point, many individuals decide that they’re no longer willing to tolerate the negative impact that substance abuse has on their personal and professional life. Once you draw this conclusion, it’s time to develop strategies for change that will empower you…
What is the Matrix Model for IOP? That is one of the most pressing questions for anyone involved in the addiction and recovery field today. IOP, also known as an intensive outpatient program, is a type of treatment service designed for individuals who do not require medically supervised detoxification. Treatment professionals often use it to…
Nurturing and finding self-love is vitally important during addiction recovery. Because addiction can leave you with feelings of low self-worth and low self-esteem, this is especially true. Moreover, self-love can boost your motivation changing your life for the better. Choosing to love yourself in recovery can be an incredibly hard choice—even a courageous one. But…
“The difference between Try and Triumph is a little UMPH.” –Marvin Philips Becoming physically active is one of the most beneficial decisions a person in recovery can make. When someone becomes addicted, they depend on drugs and alcohol to make it through their everyday life. The body (the circulatory, digestive, endocrine, muscular system), the mind…
Participating in group therapy can be quite intimidating, but it also has many benefits. It can give you a sense of belonging and give you the chance to talk to someone who truly understands your experiences. Group sessions normally meet once or twice a week for one to two hours with a professional facilitating discussion.…
Here at Serenity Light, we make use of service dogs as part of our comprehensive approach to treating addiction. Service dogs can offer a wide variety of benefits to patients who are healing from their addictions. Thus, animal assisted therapy is one of the most effective and popular forms of therapy we offer. Therapeutic Service…
When you’ve determined that it’s time to get help for your addiction, you might wonder how to choose a rehab center. This is a legitimate thing to be curious about, as you are putting your recovery in the hands of someone else. But choosing a rehab center doesn’t have to be confusing or overwhelming if…