If you’re struggling with an addiction, you should know that it can be because you’ve developed a physical dependence on the substance you’ve been using. But what does that really mean, and what can you do about it? Understanding what it means to be dependent on a substance is essential, so you can focus on…
Feeling dependent on alcohol or another substance can be stressful and upsetting, but you don’t have to live that way. You can eliminate your physical and psychological dependence on a substance with the right treatment. At Fort Behavioral Health, we want to make sure you can get the treatment you need to be successful at…
There are many different signs of addiction, and they can depend on the substance the person is addicted to, along with other factors. Fortunately, there’s hope and help available for anyone who’s battling addiction and struggling with the signs of it. At Fort Behavioral Health, we want to help you get past addiction and live…
If you’re wondering how to help an alcoholic, you’re not alone. You may have someone in your life you care about very much, who’s struggling with an addiction to alcohol. At Fort Behavioral Health, your loved one can get the help and support they need to successfully conquer their addiction and live a life that’s…
For anyone experiencing alcohol withdrawal symptoms, it can be a difficult time. It’s important to get through these symptoms as easily and safely as possible, as detoxing from alcohol without proper support can be very hard on your body. At Fort Behavioral Health, we offer on-site detox and a full medical team, so you can…
A recent study researching drop-out rates of substance abuse treatment programs found that almost one-third of all participants drop-out and, therefore, do not complete their treatment. Researchers discovered this trend after analyzing an extensive amount of data from 151 different studies on SUD treatment facilities between the years of 1965 and 2016. Dropping out of…
Cravings are one of the hardest parts of recovery. These are intense urges that sometimes seem to come from nowhere and feel irresistible. However, cravings are not irresistible. Learning to manage cravings is an essential skill for a successful recovery. Here are some strategies for dealing with cravings when they arise. Accept It When a…
According to a study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), empowerment-based interventions can benefit women in recovery from substance use disorders (SUDs). Empowerment involves gaining confidence, particularly in one’s self and one’s life. Although women’s use of drugs and alcohol is statistically less than men, women report more problems with substance use…