5 Reasons To Consider A Medical Detox Program
The addiction problem in the U.S. is substantial. The National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS) reports that half of the people surveyed, ages 12 and up, have used illicit drugs at least once. Additionally, since 2000, more than 700,000 Americans have died...
Why Is Heroin So Addictive?
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), heroin is a highly addictive opioid drug made from morphine, a naturally occurring substance taken from the opium poppy plant. Opioids bind to specific receptors in the brain, generally acting as a pain...
What are the Benefits Of Partial Hospitalization Programs?
When it comes to rehab for substance abuse or mental health disorders, there are several options to choose from — residential programs that can be short- or long-term or outpatient programs. Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) fall under the outpatient option...
How Does EMDR Therapy Work?
Anxiety and depression are significant concerns for too many people. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), about 40 million Americans 18 and older have some anxiety disorder, making it the most common mental illness in the country....
