- by Sandy Baker
Addiction can be a devastating disease. Most people can recover from it with the right combination of tools and treatment strategies. But there isn’t a single treatment method that works...
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- by Sandy Baker
The laws across the country have moved in favor of legalizing marijuana for recreational use. But, like other substances, such as alcohol and tobacco, cannabis carries a risk of addiction...
- by Sandy Baker
Partial care treatment, or partial hospitalization program (PHP), is a type of intensive treatment that can help you reclaim your health and well-being. It provides the flexibility of a structured,...
- by Sandy Baker
Stimulants are a type of substance that stimulates the nervous system. If you’re using substances like cocaine or methamphetamine, or a prescription medication like Adderall, your body may be craving...
- by Sandy Baker
The reality of an overdose is that many people don’t make it beyond them. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that in 2023, 105,000 people died...
- by Sandy Baker
Trauma isn’t just a bad day. It’s not a single bad experience that keeps you up at night. Trauma is an emotional and psychological response to a life-threatening or distressing...
- by Sandy Baker
In-person addiction treatment is the gold standard. It provides an opportunity to work closely with your therapist while focusing just on you. But virtual treatment for addiction is more readily...
- by Sandy Baker
Substance use disorder (SUD) is a very real disease. It impacts your mental health and physical well-being and, in many situations, can result in serious physical complications, including disease. Your...
- by Sandy Baker
Addiction is a misunderstood health condition, one that impacts many people silently. You may wonder if you’re facing it or if your loved one is battling to hide it from...
- by Sandy Baker
Substance use disorder (SUD) often happens alongside other mental health conditions. For some, there’s an obvious connection. For example, you may turn to alcohol to calm your intense anxiety. For...
