Monthly Archives: August 2024

Identifying Triggers for Relapse Prevention

29.08.2024

Identifying Triggers for Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention starts with being able to understand and identify triggers for oneself. Triggers can come from different sources, and what triggers one person may not trigger another. Each person is different and requires unique relapse prevention skills to avoid their triggers and have sustainable sobriety.  Environmental Triggers Environmental triggers are locations or situations that trigger one to think about substance use. This could be a setting where alcohol or drugs are being consumed. Or it could be a location where their

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Partial Hospitalization Programs vs. Intensive Outpatient Treatment

23.08.2024

Partial Hospitalization Programs vs. Intensive Outpatient Treatment

Two of the main treatment styles for addiction include partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient treatment. These addiction treatment programs differ from inpatient care because patients are allowed to live in their own home or in a sober living facility. Partial hospitalization programs and intensive outpatient treatment have fewer requirements and unique standards but are just as effective as inpatient addiction

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What Makes Medical Detox the Safest?

15.08.2024

What Makes Medical Detox the Safest?

Medical detox is the safest form of detox for substance use disorder. Alcohol, heroin, opioids, fentanyl, and benzodiazepines are some of the main substances people seek detox and recovery from. Medical detox is the first step in the sobriety journey. This allows people struggling with addiction to rid their body of drugs and alcohol in a safe and controlled environment. Once detox is completed, patients can move on to the next phase of treatment which is residential or inpatient rehabilitation.  Understanding

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Understanding Opioid Addiction

08.08.2024

Understanding Opioid Addiction

Opioid addiction is on the rise in America. There are several different kinds of opioids: prescription medications, fentanyl, and heroin. Opioid addiction is a blanket term used to categorize substance use disorder involving one of these substances. Prescription Opioids Opiates are a common pain relieving medication that doctors prescribe after surgery, for acute pain, and other conditions. They block pain signals from the brain to the body. Commonly used prescription opioids include morphine, codeine, oxycodone, and hydrocodone.  Not only do these prescription medications

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What to Expect in the Addiction Admissions Process

01.08.2024

What to Expect in the Addiction Admissions Process

Getting help for addiction is not an easy choice. At Sobriety Options we make the addiction admissions process as streamlined and as easy as possible. Our team is available 24/7 to answer any questions that potential clients and their family may have. During the process we respect 100% confidentiality and privacy for every individual that calls us. Potential clients can rest assured knowing they’re in good hands. Step 1 of the Admissions Process The admissions process begins with the first call. The

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