Drug & Alcohol Addiction Recovery Blog

Three Ways Nature Can Help With Addiction Rehabilitation

Last updated on June 24, 2020 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Perhaps now more than ever, people are realizing the healing effects of being in and experiencing nature. Getting outside and moving your body in the fresh air, sunshine and open skies help boost feel-good endorphins and elevate your mood. Not only is it helpful for dealing with things like tension, … [Read more...] about Three Ways Nature Can Help With Addiction Rehabilitation

How Long Does It Take to Break an Addiction

Last updated on May 20, 2020 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, it’s important to understand that—while challenging—breaking an addiction is possible. Scientific evidence from Yale University suggests it takes approximately 90 days to reset the brain and shake off the immediate influence of drugs and … [Read more...] about How Long Does It Take to Break an Addiction

What Is Dual Diagnosis?

Last updated on April 29, 2020 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Approximately 4 million people in the United States are living with a dual diagnosis. Dual diagnosis is a term used when someone is struggling with a psychiatric (mental) disorder and a substance abuse disorder at the same time. Some of the most common mental health disorders diagnosed in … [Read more...] about What Is Dual Diagnosis?

Important Notice About Coronavirus and COVID-19

Last updated on March 19, 2020 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

To Our Patients: As your healthcare provider, we value—and are committed to—your health and the health of your family. We also understand that you have concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, which has now been designated a global pandemic. At all times, we prioritize optimal … [Read more...] about Important Notice About Coronavirus and COVID-19

Six Benefits of Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab

Last updated on March 13, 2020 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Outpatient drug and alcohol rehab is a less intense alternative to inpatient rehab. It requires a limited number of participation hours per week and provides the education, treatment and support needed for early substance abuse and recovery. Whether you need treatment for heroin, cocaine or alcohol … [Read more...] about Six Benefits of Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab

How to Stay Physically Active in Residential Rehab

Last updated on February 10, 2020 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

When you use alcohol or drugs in excess, both your mind and body are impacted. In fact, studies show substance abuse can alter you brain chemistry as it struggles to maintain balance. Addiction can also lead to a weakened immune system, which increases the risk of illness and infection. Many … [Read more...] about How to Stay Physically Active in Residential Rehab

Eight Challenges in Early Days of Sobriety

Last updated on January 16, 2020 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

If you or a loved one has recently made a commitment to sobriety, let us be one of the first to congratulate you. This is a big step toward improving your quality of life. The first few months of sobriety are life changing. But, like most things that change your life, there may be some … [Read more...] about Eight Challenges in Early Days of Sobriety

How Addiction Changes Your Personality

Last updated on December 17, 2019 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), more than 23 million adults in the United States have struggled with problematic drug use. For this reason alone, it’s important to understand the underlying causes of addiction, its relationship to other psychiatric … [Read more...] about How Addiction Changes Your Personality

Alpine Recovery Lodge Receives 2019 Alpine Award

Alpine Recovery Lodge has been selected for the 2019 Alpine Award in the Alcoholism Treatment Program category by the Alpine Award Program.

Last updated on December 13, 2019 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Alpine Award Program Honors the Achievement Alpine Recovery Lodge has been selected for the 2019 Alpine Award in the Alcoholism Treatment Program category by the Alpine Award Program. Each year, the Alpine Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing … [Read more...] about Alpine Recovery Lodge Receives 2019 Alpine Award

Is it Possible to Get Addicted to Heroin on the First Try?

Last updated on November 21, 2019 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Heroin is the most addictive substance in the world. It’s an opioid painkiller similar to morphine, but it’s not available by prescription. Unregulated drugs, particularly addictive drugs like heroin, are often impure or contaminated. Heroin must be purchased illegally and as a result is much more … [Read more...] about Is it Possible to Get Addicted to Heroin on the First Try?