Rock Bottom Cultivates a Hopeless Outlook
So, you hit what you call rock bottom. You get treatment; they tell you you’re ready for recovery. Then one night, in a moment of impulse, you use again because things are far worse now than what you initially considered your rock bottom. What now? Are you going to return to the same treatment center? […]
Why the Industry Loves a Good Catchphrase
A good catchphrase is like a commercial sales pitch to excite individuals to do something about their situation. Like any good catchphrase, it ends there. They are essentially clever terms or phrases that tend to promise a solution if you do this or the consequences if you don’t do that. Even celebrities exploit this by […]
Why Hitting “Rock Bottom” Is a Myth?
The idea of hitting “rock bottom” has been tossed around for years. Many believe that it should look a certain way. It creates this idea that the individual gets to decide when and what their rock bottom is as if it is a behavioral issue made obvious when the time comes calling. The truth is […]
Creating While Clean and Sober: Thriving in Recovery
Many artists think they need alcohol or drugs to attain their creative passions. Too many artists often claim, “‘I could never get sober. I’m too creative!’” or “I need to drink to be creative.” Such a myth leaves a trail of tears, destruction, and blood. All too many creatives have lost the battle with drug and […]
Lack of Outcome Studies for Treatment Efficacy
The profitability of the recovery industry is just one of the many dominos that have fallen in response to the opioid crisis. As The Notorious B.I.G. once articulated, with more money comes more problems, and the same has been the case in recovery. Now scams like body brokering and waiving deductions have made the […]
False Claims of Dual Diagnosis and True Mental Health Treatment
Connections Community Support Programs (CCSP), a Delaware operator of community clinics, agreed to shell out an estimated $15 million to settle fraud allegations over mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services back in August of 2021. According to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), CCSP agreed to settle claims that it violated the […]
How to Advocate for Yourself After Treatment
Advocating for yourself can be inspiring and build self-confidence. Most treatment centers like White House Recovery and Detox provide case management, and you will have someone on hand to advocate for you. You may even have a community-based or private case manager during continuing care to help you navigate recovery after you complete your treatment […]
Coping With Daily Stressors Outside the Treatment “Bubble”
Treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) and related conditions can be ongoing for months or even years as you transition between inpatient and outpatient programs, sober living communities, and continuing care. If you experience a relapse, the cycle can repeat. However, over time you will complete treatment and be ready to maintain your sobriety independently […]
Finding a Balance Between Work and Home
Most people do not get a choice about whether they work or not. Bills need to be paid, and usually, that requires one or more jobs. However, it is essential to find a balance between work and home life during recovery. Added stress will impact your mental and physical health and put unnecessary strain on […]
Actions You Can Take to Prevent Relapse
“Recent estimates from clinical treatment studies suggest that more than two-thirds of individuals relapse within weeks to months of initiating treatment,” according to Current Psychiatry Reports. Facilities like White House Recovery and Detox include relapse prevention education as a standard part of any treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Psychotherapy offered during rehabilitation also focuses […]
