HGR ADDICTION RECOVERY BLOG

Alcohol recovery is a difficult process. How do you help a loved one or friend through recovery? Recovery from any addiction is a lifelong process. Addiction treatment, as well as the time after the process is over, can put a severe strain on any relationship. Generally the closer you are to someone suffering from addiction,…

At our drug rehabs San Diego and Escondido addiction treatment centers we see the misconceptions swirling around the terms drug addiction and drug dependence. The reason for this is because often, different organizations tend to use different definitions. They use these words interchangeably instead of giving you a clear explanation of what they each mean…

How can you learn the signs of alcohol abuse? How do you know if you need our alcohol detox centers in San Diego, California? While legal in the United States, alcohol is a frequent culprit in addiction and for which treatment is sought frequently. It’s estimated that 700,000 people in the United States beginning or…

An intensive outpatient addiction program provides various tools education and strategies. At Harmony Grove Recovery drug rehabs in San Diego, California we explain IOP and what you should be doing during this critical time in your recovery journey. When it comes to addiction, there a wide range of successful drug and alcohol treatment options. Finding…

There are major difference between drug rehab centers and Sober livings or homes. A proper drug and alcohol addiction treatment facility is crucial. The journey to sobriety can be fraught with a multitude of challenges, including relapse. Deciding whether a sober living (sober homes residence) or a drug rehabilitation center is appropriate for your situation…

When is the right time to find out if a drug rehab or detox center is the correct choice? If you or your loved one is ready to stop abusing drugs or alcohol, you’ve likely decided it’s time to seek help. You’ve taken the critically important first step of recognizing that alcoholism and drug addiction…

Not sure if you need IOP intensive outpatient, residential inpatient substance abuse treatment? Harmony Grove Recovery drug rehabs in San Diego has the answers. Seeking therapy for an addiction is a step that requires strength and commitment. However, the process can also leave one frustrated and confused on where and how to find the appropriate…

When going into intensive outpatient drug rehabs, you have two main options: Inpatient or IOP addiction treatment programs. While an inpatient program might seem like the obvious choice, it’s not always possible and not always the best option. An outpatient program can help you with three main areas of your life. 1. An Intensive Outpatient…

As you go about life, you will have challenges. Many are easy to conquer, while others may cause you a tremendous amount of stress. Whether it be a disease, life change, or addiction, there is no reason you should be doing it alone. Finding support from others has shown to be of benefit to get…

Many studies have been conducted to study the effect that alcohol has on the developing brain. Though unknown to many people, our brains actually continue to grow sometimes even into our early twenties. With that, many professionals say that during that growth period it is important that our brains take minimal to no debilitating substances….