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Bradford Health Services Named One of America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers for 2024!We’re honored to announce that Newsweek has recognized Bradford Health Services as one of America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers for 2024! This distinction celebrates our unwavering commitment to helping individuals and families reclaim their lives … |
Depression in Men and the Link To Substance Abuse and Addiction
Depression is the most common mental health issue facing adults in our country. Fortunately, it is very treatable....
Should I Seek Help for Alcohol or Drug Use?
By Zach Ludwig, LPC-MHSP Deciding to seek help with substance use issues for yourself or a loved one is difficult....
The Major Symptoms of Alcohol Use Disorder — and the 3-Step Treatment Process
People with alcohol use dependence cannot control their alcohol usage, leading to negative outcomes in many aspects of...
Richard – A Military Alcohol Addiction Recovery Story
In 2012, I was diagnosed as alcohol-dependent by my military substance abuse counselor. Based on my history of...
Pell City Addiction Treatment – A Recovery Story
I started drinking heavily around the age of 21. I knew alcohol wasn’t helping me live my best life, but I never felt...
Is Involuntary Commitment for Substance Abuse Treatment Legal in Alabama?
Question: Is involuntary commitment for drug abuse legal in Alabama? Answer:Â No, forcing someone into substance abuse...
Can we talk about alcoholism and Anthony Bourdain?
Food writer Hadley Tomicki, with his daughter, takes a photo Monday of a new mural of Anthony Bourdain on a...
How to get someone to go to rehab – 4 Steps
How Do You Help Someone on Drugs who Doesn't Want Help? You know that your loved one needs to stop abusing drugs or...
What is the Difference Between a Slip and Relapse?
What Does Relapse Mean in Drug Use or Alcohol? Relapse in drug use refers to the return to drug use after a...
HALT: The Dangers of Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, and Tiredness
The key to maintaining a life in recovery is a combination of self-care and self-awareness. By taking care of...
Substance Abuse In Nursing – Why It happens
Why do some nurses have Substance Abuse problems? People are often surprised to learn that substance abuse in nursing...
The Most Important Gift You Can Give This Season
If your family member has a problem with drugs or alcohol, getting treatment sooner than later is very important....