There are many misconceptions surrounding addiction treatment. One of the most common misconceptions concerns treatment approaches. Often, many people use the terms ”rehab” and detox” interchangeably when discussing treatment options. However, the two terms aren’t synonyms. In this post, we’ll explore drug rehab vs. detox to help you make an informed choice on the right […]
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May
May
Watching porn may seem like a benign activity. However, over time it can lead to porn addiction which can affect an individual’s daily life and relationships. In this blog post, we’ll explore porn addiction, examining its signs, causes, effects, and pornography addiction help options. What Is Porn Addiction? Porn addiction is a compulsive behavior that […]
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May
May
If you or someone you love is battling with addiction, you might have heard about the 12 guiding Principles of Recovery. Millions of people have found hope and healing through 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and Marijuana Anonymous (MA). But if you’re new to the 12 guiding Principles of Recovery, you […]
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Apr
Apr
Remember the good old days of your youth when you would spend your leisure time watching Michael Jordan soar across the screen or listening to your favorite tunes on compact discs? Or perhaps you fondly recall the excitement of guiding Pac-Man through an endless maze, gobbling up dots, and avoiding colorful ghosts. Fast forward to […]
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Apr
Apr
Depression is a common but severe mood disorder that affects millions of people globally. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 280 million people struggle with depression worldwide. While it’s perfectly normal to feel sad every so often, depression is much more than just feeling unhappy. In this blog post, we’ll explore what depression […]
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Mar
Mar
Health insurance can alleviate the burden of paying for rehab by covering part of the cost. However, for many people battling with addiction, rehab can feel like a distant dream. The high cost of treatment, further intensified by a lack of insurance coverage, can pose a formidable challenge on the path to recovery. But what […]
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Mar
Mar
As we age, life comes with its fair share of challenges. Chronic pain, declining health, and loss of loved ones are just some of the challenges seniors face, causing them to turn to alcohol and other substances to cope with the emotional and physical pain. Sadly, addiction among seniors is a truth that’s often concealed, […]
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Mar
Mar
Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of age. That means seniors aren’t an exemption. According to a report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, nearly one million senior citizens in the United States grappled with a substance use disorder (SUD) in 2018. Here, we’ll explore the common causes and signs of addiction in […]
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Feb
Feb
Growing up is complex. In most cases, adolescents are curious, emotional, and stressed and seek different ways of killing boredom. Adolescents love to experiment with drugs as their brain develops, and there is always a drug that fits their bill. On the other hand, parents find it hard to cope with such challenges as they […]
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Feb
Feb
Many people recovering from substance abuse disorder often feel lost, alone, and misunderstood. While individual therapy sessions with a substance abuse therapist can minimize these feelings, there’s another powerful intervention we use at our Hawaii Rehab Center that can significantly enhance the road to recovery: addiction group activities. Participating in group activities within a substance […]
