Helping someone with an addiction isn’t easy. In any confrontation, whether dirty dishes or alcoholism, you may encounter a range of deflection techniques: avoidance, anger, guilt, aggression, or anything else that prevents you from having a serious or productive conversation. Nonetheless, these conversations are imperative to overcome their struggles. It is only through the realization…
In recent years, the stigma behind mental health has lessened to a degree. This is both in part to advocacy, prevalence, and current laws passed within the last four years. Substance abuse and mental health have transitioned from being a moral failure to common disorders. Due to the increasing number of suicides in recent years,…
Overdoses are now the leading cause of preventable deaths. There are 67,367 drug overdose deaths in the United States. By knowing the signs of an overdose and what to do, we might be able to save these numbers.
How do addiction treatment facilities work? What do they do and why are these techniques effective?
Are all addiction doctors the same? In fact, they aren’t. To ensure you are receiving the highest quality addiction treatment possible from a doctor, make sure he or she is board certified in addiction medicine through the American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM). In addiction psychiatry, they should be board certified through the American Board…
As we enter the new year, we start to assess many aspects of our life. This includes our relationships, career, spirituality, finances and health. A sober new year is our fresh start toward a new and better life. It’s a chance to wipe the slate clean. Think of this week as an opportunity to renew…
Spending time alone can be tough in recovery; which is why this pandemic has not been kind to people in recovery. As the holiday season approaches and we are still in this pandemic, we must prepare for the uncomfortable truth that we might not be seeing loved-ones this year. Of course, this social interaction that is very much needed in recovery is no longer going to be there. Here are some ways we can help mitigate the potential for loneliness and sadness.
Partial hospitalization programs (PHP) are often recommended by healthcare professionals. A PHP for addiction treatment provides intensive care and support to the client, without requiring them to stay overnight at the facility. As a result, PHPs are cheaper and more convenient for those with family and work obligations. If you or a loved one is…
Addiction treatment and recovery isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Several popular treatment models, such as the well-known 12-step program developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) may not work for everyone or match a diverse set of lived experiences. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, then Coalition Recovery’s non-12-step programs can provide immediate help…
Xanax is a common tranquilizer drug, usually prescribed in the treatment of anxiety disorders. However, like with many prescription medications, the body may quickly develop a tolerance to it, leading to misuse and addiction. Quitting on one’s own isn’t safe, as it can heighten one’s anxiety and physical discomfort and in certain cases, may even…