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The Link Between Alcohol and Cancer

February 1, 2023November 17, 2022 by Price Allem

Most people are aware that alcohol can damage health, but they may not know just how it can cause both physical and mental health to deteriorate. Certainly, alcoholism can cause liver damage and disease, but did you know that it’s also linked to an increased risk of cancer? Today, more than 14 million people in … Read more

Finding the Best Alcohol Rehabilitation

April 17, 2023November 14, 2022 by Price Allem

What is Alcohol Rehabilitation Treatment? If you or a loved one struggles with alcohol abuse, consider seeking help from an alcohol rehabilitation center. Alcohol use disorder occurs when an individual has problems controlling their drinking when they’re preoccupied with alcohol, or continue to use alcohol even when it causes problems. Unhealthy alcohol use is defined … Read more

How Much Alcohol Do NFL Fans Drink?

April 20, 2023October 21, 2022 by Price Allem

Do Sports Fans Have a Higher than Average Alcohol Consumption?

Whether watching a sports game at home or attending a live event, drinking is standard for many sports fans. Sports are notorious for tailgating parties, viewing parties, and drinking at the games themselves. A survey1 found that an average of 3.7 alcoholic drinks are consumed while watching a sporting event. Some sports have a higher association with alcoholic beverages than others, with MMA and UFC fans drinking the most compared to other sports.

Short Term Alcohol and Drug Rehab Options

January 30, 2023October 20, 2022 by Price Allem

What is Short-Term Alcohol and Drug Rehab?

Short-term rehab are rehab programs that last 30 days or less and allow patients to heal from addiction without committing to placing their life on for long periods of time. Other rehab programs can last 60 day, 90 days, or longer which may not be an option for others including due to costs. Patients are able to receive various levels of care in short term rehab including residential inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization program, and outpatient treatment. Although you can choose from several levels of care, outpatient treatment is best for those with milder addictions and with a sober and supportive living situation. Residential inpatient treatment for 30 days can be greatly beneficial for any level of addiction as it allows you to separate yourself from outside challenges such as triggers, stressors, influences, and temptations.

Does Tough Love Actually Work for Addiction?

April 19, 2023October 18, 2022 by Price Allem

What Is Tough Love? In most cases of tough love, there is a genuine feeling of love and concern behind any harsh or stern treatment. For example, genuinely concerned parents may refuse to support their drug-addicted child financially until he or she agrees to drug rehabilitation. While sometimes seen as cold, tough love is meant … Read more

Paramount Health Care Coverage for Rehab

February 13, 2023October 18, 2022 by Price Allem

Does Paramount Health Care Cover Drug and Alcohol Rehab?

Paramount is a health insurance company based out of Toledo, Ohio, offering coverage for care that treats the whole person. They have received local, state, and national awards and accreditations for service excellence and outstanding care, as well as for ensuring their clients receive quality health plans at affordable cost. Their aim is to ensure every member feels respected, appreciated, and listened-to. Their agents will not judge you for seeking help with your addiction, and they will be able to help you to get the comprehensive care you need.

Navigating the Stigma of Mental Illness and Addiction

February 1, 2023October 17, 2022 by Price Allem

Understanding The Stigma of Mental Illness and Addiction

Living with a mental illness and addiction is challenging in many ways. You not only have the everyday struggles that come with substance use disorders and the symptoms of mental illness, but you also have to face the challenges that come with being viewed negatively due to stigmas, stereotypes, prejudice, and misconceptions about these disorders. Negative attitudes and beliefs are common in society, and can lead to discrimination, which can be overt, like rude comments made to your face, or they can be subtle, like a person avoiding you or choosing not to hire you because of assumptions that you will be unreliable, dangerous, or violent.

Sober Friendly Halloween Party Ideas

October 18, 2022October 14, 2022 by Price Allem

Celebrating Halloween While Sober

Just like many other holidays and celebrations, Halloween can often be an excuse to overly consume alcohol. For those in recovery, events and holidays like these pose a threat to their sobriety because often it can trigger old desires and behaviors to binge drink. If this is your first Halloween sober in a year, it can be especially challenging. Part of adjusting back into the real world after alcohol rehab is finding ways to continue having fun and participate in activities while maintaining sobriety. Fortunately there are several ways to celebrate Halloween alcohol free and keep on track with your alcohol addiction recovery.

Preparing to go to Inpatient Alcohol Rehab For The First Time

February 14, 2023October 13, 2022 by Price Allem

going to Inpatient Alcohol Rehab for the first time

What Is Rehab Like For The First Time?

For many people, going to alcohol rehab for the first time is something that can feel overwhelming. However, when you select the right addiction treatment facility, you will have the support and the care that you need as you begin to make these critical changes in your life. One of the great things about our inpatient treatment team is the fact that we make ourselves readily available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have when it comes to inpatient treatment.

How Effective Are 12-Step Programs and Fellowships?

April 19, 2023September 22, 2022 by Price Allem

Wondering if a 12-step recovery program is right for you? 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous AA and Narcotics Anonymous NA have been popular addiction recovery options for decades. Based on prescribed alcohol and drug rehabilitation steps, these groups are based on guiding principles, often spiritual-based addiction recovery principles, that participants can follow to achieve recovery. Do 12-step programs work though? Some people find that attending meetings with their 12-step group is the ideal road to recovery. Others find that 12-step approaches don’t provide the individualized support they need. Learn more about the 12-step recovery process to see if it’s a good fit for you.