You have recently completed one of the programs at our treatment center in Dayton, OH. Congratulations, not everyone has been able to accomplish what you just did. Now, you may be wondering, “what next?” If you are uncertain about your next steps and concerned about relapsing just apply the coping mechanisms you were taught at…
Mental health issues are something that impacts large segments of the population at some point in their lives. According to the National Bureau of Economic Research, 43% of the population has a diagnosable form of mental illness at least once during their lives. The odds increase dramatically of these mental episodes leading to some form…
Facts and Myths Myth. Addiction to drugs is the result of moral weakness and overindulgence. Fact. Like hypertension, atherosclerosis, and adult diabetes, drug addiction is a chronic, life-threatening condition. Fact. Substance abuse and genetics – drug addiction is influenced by genetics, social circumstances as well as personal behavior. Fact. Some drugs are highly addictive, causing…
There are various treatment programs and treatments available for current and recovering drug users, and deciding which one is best for you may be difficult. Outpatient Programs, commonly known as OP, are a convenient way for recovering addictions to get on the path to recovery. Because drug addiction is such a severe issue, it’s critical…
How do you define excellent mental health? Every person has varying levels of mental health, and this can change throughout their lives, especially during times of transition or difficult life experiences. Positive mental health is defined by psychological wellness, happiness, and contentment. Ambition and Mental Health As it relates to our physical health, being ambitious…
It’s not uncommon for people with a mental health disorder (i.e., anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder) to also develop substance abuse issues. If you struggle with both, this is called a co-occurring disorder. It is difficult for individuals to overcome substance abuse on their own and even harder when also struggling with mental health problems. The…
If you have decided to stage an intervention for a loved one, there are important things you should and should not do to make it effective. At this stage, most people have exhausted less drastic measures of convincing their loved ones to get help, like having one-on-one discussions with them. An intervention can be a…
If you have recently completed a rehab program at Akron House Recovery treatment center, you should be proud of yourself for getting this far. Treatment programs can be challenging to complete, but you put in the work and now you can begin your life of sobriety. Now it’s time to take what you learned and…
Substance abuse is a significant problem impacting every racial group, gender, and age demographic. In the last year, the problem became worse from the stay-at-home orders and lack of access to support services. Statistics from the Minnesota Department of Health show that those abusing drugs, alcohol, or both increased by 64%. These issues are compounded…