In 2014, 16.3 million adults aged 18 and older reported the presence of an alcohol use disorder, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. While only the person with the drinking problem can decide whether or not they have alcoholism, this massive amount of individuals who abuse alcohol reveals a dire need…
If you can’t decide whether to choose residential addiction treatment or outpatient drug rehab, it may be best to ask the experts. By working with trusted and trained professionals, you can get the advice you’re looking for on which option would be right for your needs. At Wellness Counseling and Residential Detox, we understand that…
If you’re having trouble sleeping and you’re also a regular user of alcohol, it’s important to know that alcohol and insomnia are often linked. There are a lot of different ways alcohol affects the body, and one of those ways is through affecting how well you sleep. Alcohol can keep you from sleeping, but most…
Cocaine is a dangerous drug not only for what it does to the body as a direct result of its use but for the other side effects it can cause. In other words, people use it to feel a high, but there are additional side effects of cocaine that they might not be aware of…
When you need to talk about addiction, the words don’t always come easily. Sometimes it’s the person you’re trying to talk to, and other times it’s just the difficult nature of the conversation. Because addiction is a complicated topic, and getting help for an addiction isn’t something a lot of people like to admit to,…
If you’re asking yourself whether you need medical detox, you probably already know the answer to your question. Detoxing at home isn’t always safe, and can put you at risk of a number of complications from the process. Even if you get through it without any lasting harm, it might be much more difficult than…
The signs of drug addiction can be obvious in some people, while in others they can be more subtle. Knowing if someone is on drugs is important, but it might not always be easy to tell. Because of that, it’s important to be clear on what the typical signs are, as that gives you a…
For many people, getting through opioid withdrawal is an experience that might not be easy but that they know is very important. It’s something that should also be done in a medical setting because it may not be safe for someone to go through it alone or unsupervised. At Wellness Counseling and Residential Detox, we…
During pregnancy, alcohol impacts not only on the mother’s body but on the growing child’s body, as well. That’s why it’s so important for women to avoid alcohol during pregnancy. They can do harm to more than just themselves. For most women, an occasional drink when they’re not pregnant isn’t going to cause any problems.…
When someone is suicidal, it can be a frightening and distressing time for the people who care about them. Getting help for that person is very important because suicidal thoughts can lead to actions. Professional help from a mental health treatment center can help your loved one find hope for the future, and targeted depression…