Addiction Treatment Blog

aftercare programs for substance use
Once a client leaves rehab, their journey usually isn’t over. They will normally need assistance after completing our program at Create Recovery. This is why we offer our aftercare programs for substance use to patients who have already gone through treatment. It provides resources, as well as helping them to stay on the path of […]
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iop vs php
Addiction treatment can be a very overwhelming process. One of the hardest aspects of the journey is choosing the right kind of treatment. There are many different treatment types and it can be difficult to choose the ‘right’ one. This is especially the case because everyone has preferences and individuals suffer from different types of […]
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Are Drunk Words Sober Thoughts?
Alcohol has many effects on the body and our mind. One of the aspects of alcohol is how it affects people’s thoughts and what they say while under the influence. So the question remains, do drunks speak the truth? Is there any truth to the phrase, “drunk words are sober thoughts”? There are a few […]
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Family Therapy
On October 10th, we observe World Mental Health Day. It’s a time to raise awareness about mental health issues and push towards a better foundation. Mental health disorders and illnesses continue to plague millions of people around the globe. Today’s the day where we work together to make a difference for the future. Another issue […]
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why-do-young-adults-binge-drink
Let’s face it: drinking alcohol is a national pastime. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, more than 50% of people in the United States reporting drinking alcohol in the last month, and more than 86% had consumed alcohol at some point in their lives. Alcohol consumption plays an important role in […]
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are-prescription-medications-safer-than-street-drugs
In 2014 the National Institute of Mental Health found that 20.2 million adults in the United States met the criteria for a substance use disorder. When most people think of a substance use disorder, they likely imagine a specific form of drug use. The stereotypical idea of an addicted person, which is largely invented by […]
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polysubstance-support-group
Alcohol and drug abuse is a serious problem in the United States. Not only do these substances harm people’s relationships, careers, academic standings, and overall health, but they often result in life-threatening circumstances. In fact, driving under the influence of alcohol and opioid overdoses are the most common causes of premature death in the United […]
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The Difference Between Dependence and Addiction
Alcohol consumption plays an important role in our culture. Drinking alcohol is an essential aspect of religious rituals, business meetings, dating, and casual social interaction. While alcohol consumption in moderation can be a healthy and enjoyable activity that fosters social connection, the ubiquity of alcohol consumption in the United States and the pressures surrounding it […]
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what-is-polysubstance-abuse
When most people think of substance use disorders, they picture a person who has a debilitating dependence on one particular substance. Individuals in addiction treatment often refer to their “substance of choice.” Polysubstance abuse refers to the practice taking three or more drugs on a regular basis. Individuals who engage in polysubstance abuse can suffer […]
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Synthetic Drugs
America suffers from a significant drug addiction problem. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 10% of the population will suffer from a drug use disorder at some point during their lives. While illicit “street drugs” such as heroin make headlines, the fact is that drug abuse and addiction is becoming increasingly common […]
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