Working In Addiction Treatment

The Importance of Aftercare to Relapse Prevention

Thanks to advances in medicine, science, and our collective understanding of addiction and alcoholism, individuals caught up in substance and alcohol use now have greater hope to overcome their addiction. Resources like detox, rehab and other therapies are readily available to people looking to stop or moderate their substance use. Recovery from drug addiction and…

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What is Alcohol Detox?

Alcohol detoxification (or “detox”) is a safe and clinically-managed method of treatment used to help heavy drinkers and alcoholics safely stop drinking. It is achieved by slowly weaning the individual off alcohol or, more commonly, with the assistance of prescription drugs such as benzodiazepines. If you or someone you know is engaged in regular heavy…

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Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Overdose

Opiates and opioids are drugs and medications used, primarily, in the treatment of pain. There are many types of opiates and opioids, from pharmaceuticals to recreational drugs. They include oxycodone, morphine, fentanyl, heroin, and others.  All individuals taking opiates or opioids, both prescription and nonprescription, are at risk for overdose and for becoming addicted. This…

What is SMART Recovery?

SMART Recovery is a science-based program of recovery designed for individuals seeking abstinence from addiction. “SMART” stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training.  At SMART Recovery mutual-support groups, members learn to resolve their problems of addiction by utilizing a “4-Point Program” rooted in science and research: Point 1: Building and Maintaining Motivation Point 2: Coping with…

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Exercise’s Effects on the Brain

A commitment to exercise can help you change your body for the better. But physical exercise also has benefits for your brain and overall wellness that many people are not aware of. Whether hitting the gym or taking a walk around your neighborhood, you are doing activities that support your mental health, recovery from addiction,…

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What are benzodiazepines, and how widespread is the problem?

Benzodiazepines (aka “benzos”) are among the most widely prescribed and the most widely misused medications in the United States. Routinely prescribed to treat conditions such as anxiety and insomnia, pharmaceutical drugs like Xanax, Niravam, Valium, Klonopin, Ativan and other drugs and their generic forms are increasingly popular.   Addiction to and rehabilitation from benzos are…

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Does Ambetter Cover Drug Treatment?

Does Ambetter cover drug treatment at the Process Recovery Center? In a word, yes. Our rehab facility does accept Ambetter insurance for drug treatment. Ambetter is the health insurance marketplace partner of New Hampshire Healthy Families. In order to obtain coverage through New Hampshire Healthy Families, an interested party must apply through the state of…