What Are the Signs of an Overdose

May 06, 2021

An overdose is the body’s response to the ingestion of a substance in too high of an amount. The signs of an overdose can vary depending on the person and the specific substance being used. A person can overdose on a variety of different substances, including alcohol, drugs, and prescription medications. Overdoses are usually incredibly […]

How Alcohol Affects Depression

May 06, 2021

By createrecover1

Substance use disorders and mental health conditions are often closely related. There are many questions about how alcohol affects depression. Depression specifically can be a common co-occurring with substance abuse problems, such as alcoholism. These disorders can often aggravate each other to make side effects more harmful, or one can directly lead to the other. […]

How Alcohol Affects Anxiety

May 06, 2021

By createrecover1

Alcohol often plays a direct role in the development or effects of mental health disorders, such as anxiety. There are many questions about how alcohol affects anxiety. If a person is suffering from co-occurring disorders of alcoholism and anxiety, it is best to seek simultaneous treatment for both disorders. Reach out to us today to […]

7 Types of Impulse Control Disorders

May 06, 2021

By createrecover1

Impulse control disorders are a type of mental health disorder that can be incredibly disruptive to an individual’s life. While there are five standalone types of impulse control disorders officially recognized by the DSM-5, many more disorders show similar effects or are in part related to impulse control problems. What is an Impulse Control Disorder? […]

The Difference Between Dependence and Addiction

Apr 15, 2021

By createrecover1

Addictions are diseases that can be defined by a few different characteristics. Many do not recognize the difference between dependence and addiction. This doesn’t stop people from throwing around the term addiction, however. Some people like to tout that they are chocoholics or have an addiction to chocolate. What they usually mean, though, is that […]

Can Heroin Addicts Die From Withdrawal?

Jan 25, 2021

By Garrett Stanford

We all know of the lethal danger of overdosing on heroin. Withdrawing from heroin carries its own set of risks, though the symptoms generally aren’t considered directly life-threatening. Death can occur, however, so it is vital to understand all potential complications. The process of treating heroin addiction is best approached under the guidance of licensed […]

What are the Benefits of Outpatient Treatment for Addiction?

Oct 22, 2020

By Garrett Stanford

Outpatient drug rehab is a widely used treatment option for addiction and substance use. For some, it can be a great mix of treatment and freedom. There are many benefits to outpatient treatment. It also allows wiggle room for family support throughout the recovery process. While outpatient rehab can be an effective and manageable option, […]

What You Should Know About Aftercare Programs for Substance Use

Oct 20, 2020

By Garrett Stanford

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 […]

IOP vs. PHP: What’s the Difference?

Oct 16, 2020

By Garrett Stanford

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 […]

Are Drunk Words Sober Thoughts?

Oct 16, 2020

By Garrett Stanford

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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What Are the Signs of an Overdose

How Alcohol Affects Depression

How Alcohol Affects Anxiety

7 Types of Impulse Control Disorders

The Difference Between Dependence and Addiction

Can Heroin Addicts Die From Withdrawal?

What are the Benefits of Outpatient Treatment for Addiction?

What You Should Know About Aftercare Programs for Substance Use

IOP vs. PHP: What’s the Difference?

Are Drunk Words Sober Thoughts?

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