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Willingway Hospital blog articles in the field of substance use disorders and addiction recovery. Here you will find news, information, and inspiration about drug and alcohol addiction and recovery.

Recovering from Alcohol Abuse - happy man - willingway
Recovering from alcohol abuse can seem like a long and arduous journey at the beginning. The truth is, millions of men and women have recovered, which means it is possible for anyone who is willing. Willingness is all it takes to get started on this pathway to a sober lifestyle. Even though not drinking is...
Addiction as a Disease - addiction - willingway
Addiction as a disease is often a difficult concept for not only the addicted individual but also for their friends and loved ones. At one time, addiction meant a sentence to asylums and mental institutions. People saw addiction as failure of will or an issue of insanity. Today, fortunately, science has helped shift this attitude....
differences of 12-step, Non 12-Step Rehabs, Alternatives to 12-Step Programs, 12-Step Compared to Non-12-Step Treatment Programs - meeting room chairs - willingway
With so many lives affected by drug and alcohol addiction, there is a high demand for addiction treatment. Fortunately, there are many different treatment options possible, and individuals can usually find a facility that fits their needs. Some addiction treatment programs use the 12 Steps as an integral part of their treatment, while others do...
bipolar disorder and addiction - bipolar disorder - willingway
You may recognize the term “dual diagnosis” or “co-occurring disorder.” Both of these phrases refer to a person having both a mental disorder and a substance abuse disorder concurrently. One common dual diagnosis is bipolar disorder and addiction. Bipolar disorder used to be most commonly referred to as “manic depression.” Persons afflicted with this mental...
Effective Drug Addiction Treatment Methods - addiction and life sign - willingway
Many accredited facilities offer effective drug addiction treatment methods. Some of these methods include onsite detox or, at least, a nearby detox facility. This is the first stage of treatment, ridding the body entirely of all substances. In order for effective drug addiction treatment methods to be successful, there has to be a clear foundation...
types of addiction - word addiction on wall - willingway
Many types of addiction can affect people from all walks of life. Addiction can overtake any individual’s life, regardless of socioeconomic status, gender, age, or other factors. Some people are more at risk than others, but as a whole, addiction does not discriminate. One of the types of addiction that is more commonly known is...
setting unrealistic goals in addiction recovery - goals list - willingway
When someone decides to get clean and sober, it may at first be painful and scary. After the initial period of detox, you begin to feel better physically and emotionally. This is the time that the “pink cloud” sets in. You feel great, are proud of your sobriety, and feel as though you can accomplish...
Low Cost Rehabs and Luxury Rehabs - treatment - willingway
Addiction is at an all-time high across the nation. Checking into a drug treatment center is the first step toward long-term recovery. The financial cost of continuing an addiction almost always outweighs the cost of rehab, yet most people worry about the cost of a drug treatment center. If you are considering a stay in...
Is there a Correlation between Income and Drug and Alcohol Abuse - rich man poor man - willingway
Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of socioeconomic standing. According to the 2010 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 22.6 million Americans age 12 and above (8.9 percent of the total population age 12 and over) had used an illegal drug or abused a prescription drug in the month the survey was conducted, and those...
Vivitrol during detoxification - medicine vial - willingway
Vivitrol is one of the newest medications available to treat alcohol and opioid dependence. The main ingredient in Vivitrol is Naltrexone, which belongs to a class of drugs known as opiate antagonists. It should be used in conjunction with a complete program of recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. This medication is used once a...
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