Evidence suggests that people who struggle with dependence on one substance, such as alcohol or heroin, are at risk for developing an addiction to another substance. Unlike the concept of [...]

In June of 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 13% of Americans said they had started or increased their substance use to cope with the stress and isolation of the [...]

One of the first questions many ask when considering a program for addiction treatment is “What does rehab cost?”.  Some people affected by drug and alcohol addiction may not seek [...]

A substance use disorder is a chronic disease that affects people in different ways. Because of this, there is no program that is “one size fits all.”  Every treatment plan should start with [...]

Looking for Drug and Alcohol Treatment Programs in Alabama? According to the latest available data reported by the Alabama Department of Mental Health*, the drug overdose death rate continues to [...]

Question: Is involuntary commitment for drug abuse legal in Alabama? Answer:  No, forcing someone into substance abuse treatment, also known as involuntary commitment, is not legal for adults in [...]

How Do You Help Someone on Drugs who Doesn’t Want Help? You know that your loved one needs to stop abusing drugs or alcohol and have confronted him or her about it. When someone refuses [...]