Drug & Alcohol Addiction Recovery Blog

What is a “trigger” in the recovery process? A trigger is any form of stimulus that sets you back down the path into drug or alcohol use. It could be the smell of alcohol, driving past a bar you used to frequent, or even something less direct, just a color or a simple object, that reminds you of … [Read more...] about How You Can Confront Your Triggers and Remaining Sober

Addiction recovery is difficult enough when you don’t have to worry about the financial burden of paying for treatment. Unfortunately, most people going to rehab for alcohol or drug addiction recovery must consider the cost of rehab. That being said, your insurance should cover at least part of your … [Read more...] about Will Insurance Pay for Rehab?

Addiction is no laughing matter. This is a serious issue that affects millions of people all over the world. If one of your family members has a problem with drugs or alcohol, you might be asking yourself: What is the approach I should take to best help an addict? Will being aggressive about it … [Read more...] about Supporting Your Loved One With an Addiction

Despite Utah having the lowest total alcohol consumption in the US, alcoholism and addiction are still serious issues for the state. Among Utahns who consume alcohol, heavy drinking and binge drinking rates are consistent with national levels. Drug addiction is also surprisingly prevalent in the … [Read more...] about Utah Alcoholism and Addiction Resources

What brought you to this page? If you’re looking into options for yourself, you’re on the right path. Just admitting (even if only to yourself) that you have a problem in need of professional help is the first step towards recovery. Don’t be discouraged by how all the treatment centers look the … [Read more...] about The Benefits of a Supportive Residential Community

Alcohol rehabilitation is a major concern in the United States, and even in Utah. Sadly, most of the people who need alcohol addiction rehab will not end up receiving the treatment they so desperately need. The following shocking alcoholism and alcohol rehab statistics, compiled from government … [Read more...] about 18 Alarming Alcohol Rehabilitation Statistics

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re searching through alcohol rehab centers in Utah. Just the fact that you are looking for one shows that you’re a step or two into the process… but now, it’s more than just a thought. It’s real. There is an ever-growing collection of programs all over … [Read more...] about Understanding the Differences of a Non-Traditional Rehab Center

Substance abuse can change often, especially the type of drugs used, as new drugs find their way to the street. What doesn’t change is that it can affect anyone from middle age adults, grandparents and teenagers. Here’s seven facts about adolescent substance abuse in Utah. In Utah, 11 percent … [Read more...] about 7 Facts about Adolescent Substance Abuse in Utah

No matter what your addiction is, there is someone out there who has been through it, who has struggled, and who has overcome the challenges. The sense of unity and support that stems from support groups helps each individual by providing a safe place to discuss their addiction, the cause of the … [Read more...] about Top 5 Reasons For Attending Ongoing Support Groups

For the many individuals seeking addiction treatment in Utah and nationwide, dual diagnosis is involved — this is when an addict also suffers from a mental illness such as depression or post-traumatic stress disorder. With any type of comorbidity — when someone has an additional illness on top of … [Read more...] about Comorbidity: Shedding Light on Dual Diagnosis