13 Feb Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction CIWA-AR Score for Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Assessment Posted by Gigi Price July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways The CIWA-AR score is a tool used to measure the severity of alcohol withdrawal syndrome. It helps doctors assess ... Continue reading
06 Feb addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment Brain Damage From Drugs and Alcohol | Is It Reversible? Posted by Gigi Price July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Drugs and alcohol can cause brain damage, affecting memory, emotions, and decision-making. Recovery depends on fa... Continue reading
30 Jan Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Therapy What is Schema Therapy for Addiction Treatment? Posted by Gigi Price July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Schema Therapy combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and experiential techniques to address deep-rooted emotio... Continue reading
28 Jan Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Detox, Opioid Addiction What is the Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS Score)? Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways The Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS) assesses opioid withdrawal severity. It evaluates physical and emotio... Continue reading
21 Jan Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment How Alcohol and Drug Addiction Affect The Family Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Addiction impacts family members emotionally, mentally, and financially. Children and spouses are especially vuln... Continue reading
09 Jan Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Benzo Addiction, Medical Detox Clonazepam (Klonopin) Withdrawal Symptoms and Detox Posted by Gigi Price July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Klonopin (clonazepam) is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety and seizure treatment but can lead to dependence. With... Continue reading
07 Jan Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Behavioral Therapy What is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)? Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways REBT helps people recognize and change irrational beliefs. It is based on the ABC Model, which explains how thoug... Continue reading
19 Dec addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Holiday New Year’s Eve Sobriety: How to Celebrate Sober Without Alcohol Posted by Gigi Price July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways New Year’s Eve can be enjoyable, meaningful, and alcohol-free. Staying sober during celebrations strengthens your... Continue reading
17 Dec addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, IOP, Outpatient Addiction Treatment How to Stay Motivated in an Early Recovery Outpatient Program Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Motivation is essential for success in an outpatient program and lasting recovery. Building a solid support syste... Continue reading
10 Dec addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment How to Handle Holiday Triggers for Addiction Recovery Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways The holiday season often brings challenges for individuals in recovery, including stress, loneliness, and gatherings... Continue reading