Finding purpose in life free from addiction and encouraging openness for supportive recovery is the essence of Daylight Recovery Center.
Asking for help and completing an addiction treatment program are the first steps towards recovery. Finishing rehab is a major accomplishment that you should be proud of. However, being discharged from rehab after completing the program isn’t the end of your recovery. If you truly want to stay sober, you’ll need to make adequate preparations …
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Addiction is a serious condition that affects every aspect of a person’s life and their community. In the United States, approximately 23 million people live with addiction.[1] Each person has their own journey with addiction. There is no accurate way to predict perfectly who will become addicted to drugs and who will not. While one …
Addiction affects over 21 million Americans every year.[1] Unfortunately, this means that addiction is common. However, this does not mean that addiction is not a serious issue that requires intensive treatment. Substance abuse is a chronic disease of the brain that is very difficult to recover from on your own. Thankfully, with dedication and proper …
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Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a form of addiction treatment that involves the use of medications that soothe the effects of withdrawal symptoms or prevent the individual from experiencing the effects of their drug of choice. This type of treatment is accomplished with a variety of medications. However, the most known medication for MAT is called …
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Making the decision to get sober is one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make. However, it’s only the first decision–once you decide you want to get sober, you have to figure out exactly how you are going to do so. Most importantly, you have to stick to your plan, endure the symptoms …
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Fentanyl is a powerful opioid drug that is 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin. While it is manufactured and used in medical settings to treat chronic and severe pain, the drug has also infiltrated the illegal drug trade and is often found on the streets.[1] When someone takes …
Alcohol is the most commonly abused mood and mind-altering substance in the U.S. More than 85% of adults report drinking at some point in their lifetime and more than half of American adults drink alcohol each month.[1] Although alcohol is involved in many popular American pastimes and is often viewed as a socially acceptable part …
According to research published by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), 85.6% of people ages 18 and up reported they had drank alcohol in their lifetime. Further, 54.9% reported drinking in the past month.[1] While most adults have drank and more than half of adults drink regularly, not everyone who drinks is …
Going to addiction treatment is a major life-changing commitment. Not only are you committing to attempting to live a life without drugs or alcohol, but you are also committing a generous chunk of time to your health and healing. One of the most commonly asked questions about treatment is “how long does outpatient rehab last?” …
Xanax (Alprazolam) is a benzodiazepine medication that is used to treat anxiety disorders and panic disorders. It works by increasing the reuptake of GABA (a neurotransmitter) in the brain which decreases levels of abnormal excitement or anxiety. Although this medication is safe when used as directed, it is also a popular drug of abuse. Xanax …