When seeking recovery from substance use disorders, you may think that a 12-step approach is your only option. However, due to the spiritually based nature of these programs, those who do not have beliefs in God may not receive the same benefits from these methods. Twelve-step programs provide one path to recovery. But, they are…
When entering a substance use treatment facility, the first stop for many is detox. However, not everyone will require intensive, medically supervised detoxification as their first step. Whether you have used drugs or alcohol consistently or not and how long it will help the staff decide which detox program at the facility works best for…
Addiction treatment continues to evolve as professionals learn more about how substances impact the brain. As such, we constantly are refining addiction treatment to improve the outcomes for all our clients. When you need recovery services, you need to find a facility like Harmony Hills that seeks to provide the most scientifically proven ways to…
You may think that once a loved one who suffers from an addiction enters recovery, then the worry ends. But concern for their wellbeing continues as they move through recovery. At Harmony Hills, we know that supporting a loved one in recovery is not easy. However, the more you know about treatment and how to…
When we take medications, they often work by directly affecting how our brain chemistry operates. In the case of pain relief, medications block receptors in the brain so that individuals experience less discomfort as they heal from surgery or medical treatment. However, using medications has to be closely monitored so that the body doesn’t develop…
For some people, the struggle with addiction occurs alongside other issues. A co-occurring disorder is when some mental health issue happens alongside substance use disorders. Going into rehab for only addiction treatment will not suffice for those who also suffer from mental health issues. At Harmony Hills, we know that to successfully find recovery, those…
Knowing a few sober living tips can help you to find your way forward. After drug and alcohol therapy, you may be ready to embark on a new life and one that offers ample things for you to do and experience. Yet, you may find it is not as easy or as simple to get…
Could a self-help treatment program help you? For people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, it can be hard to know when you need to reach out for additional help and support. Knowing that you need professional help is never simple, even if it may seem obvious to everyone around you. At Harmony Hills, you…
The thought of stepping away from your family and friends for any length of time seems scary. It may not even seem possible. Yet, living the life you are currently living isn’t an option either. A residential treatment center may provide you with all of the tools and resources you need to overcome your addiction…
Addiction recovery is not a simple therapy. There is no straight line to follow, Instead, this process may have numerous ups and downs. You may find yourself overwhelmed, anxious, and simply unsure of your next step. Other days, you’ll feel empowered and ready to start a brand-new life. Understanding the stages of addiction recovery is…