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Alcohol and drug use have an insidious way of sucking all the joy out of life. And when addiction is in the driver’s seat and…
The pro-recovery diet at The Raleigh House emphasizes lean proteins and includes healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, vegetables, and fruits. With everything that goes into a…
“Knowledge is Power” – Sir Francis Bacon How much do you really know about your addiction? Do you know what your triggers are or why…
The day you learned your loved one is struggling with a substance addiction was the day your entire world changed. You may have had some…
Finding the right addiction treatment approach for you or your loved one can be overwhelming and confusing. Can I just do outpatient treatment, so I…
Imagine if you came down with the flu or had a nagging back pain that was affecting your day-to-day. If the symptoms didn’t subside with…
It’s not always easy to put feelings into words. That’s especially true while in recovery for drugs or alcohol. You might feel guilt, hope, loss,…
Recovery can take you through a revolving door of emotions. One minute, you’re hopeful and determined. The next, you feel lifeless and dull. It can…
You’ll have three group sessions in a typical week and each session will last three hours. The groups are small (about eight people) which allow…
It can be a real challenge to think back in time. Did your depression come first and cause you to self-medicate with drugs or alcohol?…
Imagine you’re about to battle a three-headed dragon. Would you debate whether to take a grenade or a gun? Of course not! You would take…
Topamax, or topiramate, is a drug mainly used to treat seizure disorders, migraines, and weight loss. It is currently being studied for its effectiveness in…
Terminal uniqueness, or personal exceptionalism, is the belief that you are special and not subject to the laws and rules that affect others. In the…
For many people, the mere thought of curtailing their drug or alcohol use scares them. That’s because, for some addictions, the physical withdrawal can range…
The road to recovery is a journey of self-discovery, and sometimes, the most powerful support comes from sharing that journey with others. At The Raleigh…
Like any good consumer, your first inclination is to check out online reviews before you choose a treatment program. Unfortunately, the reviews that rave…
There are many approaches to addiction treatment. There is therapy, addiction medicine, 12-step programs, inpatient programs, and outpatient programs. Treatment programs typically include therapy, medication,…
Feelings of anxiety, stress and depression can take over your life quickly. It’s easy—and common—to numb those feelings by self-medicating with drugs or alcohol….
Sometimes you just need a fresh start—and that’s especially true when it comes to rehab. You don’t want to be 10 minutes away from…
The addiction industry is estimated to generate $35 billion a year. With the opioid epidemic facing our country, that figure shows no sign of…
You wouldn’t treat a severe cut with a bandage. It’s the same way with addiction. But many people have the mistaken belief that all it…
In some cases, it might be hard to decide whether inpatient or outpatient treatment is the best option. But there are some circumstances in…
For some people, addiction truly is like falling off a cliff. It happens so swiftly and so severely that it becomes very obvious that help…
Addiction is defined as a loss of control over one’s drinking or drug use. But within that definition, circumstances can be vastly different. Imagine a…
Addiction is a complex disease. One person might decide it’s time to change after just a few weeks of painkiller abuse. Another might have been…
Chances are, you’ve been hiding your addiction for a long time. The thought of telling your family the truth is terrifying. But you also know…
If you’re feeling stressed, you can smoke a joint. Same goes for feelings of boredom, anger and general dissatisfaction with life. Just like alcohol and…
Struggling with both a mental health disorder and addiction can feel exhausting, but you’re not alone, and there is a way forward. Dual diagnosis treatment…
By now, you may have heard the news about sketchy rehab centers paying big money to attract vulnerable people through Google ads. While Google is…
It’s easy to be a bystander to someone who is battling addiction and question their actions. It seems so obvious to us: If your life…
Once you’re ready to change your life, the next question is how you are going to do it. For some, a medical detox is necessary…
Let’s just get it out there: Many people who go to rehab for painkiller addiction end up relapsing. While that is the truth, it’s certainly…
Recovering from stimulant addiction, whether it’s Adderall, Ritalin, or other amphetamines, requires personalized care that addresses your unique challenges, goals, and circumstances. At The Raleigh…
When it comes to rehab, there is no one right choice. The easier choice, of course, is outpatient treatment. You don’t have to clear your…
You probably want to know what rehab at The Raleigh House will be like. Unfortunately, we can’t tell you. That’s because every single person who…
You probably never imagined that life could be this bad. We’ve seen it all and so have you—lying, stealing, despair, depression, hopelessness, violence. But it’s…
Chances are, this wasn’t about getting high or fitting in at a frat house. More than likely, your college-aged son or daughter had a noble…
It’s a simple question with a complicated answer. Unfortunately it all comes down to a variety of factors including your insurance provider, your specific policy,…
Financial stress can affect pretty much every aspect of your life, including your physical and mental health. In fact, how healthy you are financially is…
In many ways, successfully living life after addiction rehab is just another step in the ongoing addiction recovery journey. In step one you gathered the…
Choosing to enter a residential addiction rehab program is a big step. If you or someone you care about is seriously considering this option, it’s…
In our last blog post, we discussed why recovering drug addicts should stay at The Raleigh house for as long as clinically indicated. Today, we’re…
We get his question a lot. Unfortunately, it’s not easy to answer. To fully explain, and to help you understand why our treatment program is…
Many people see addiction primarily as a mental problem, but the truth is there are a lot of physical factors that play a role. For…
Addiction is a complex condition that affects people physically and mentally. If you or a loved one are considering an addiction treatment center, finding one…
Many people have a difficult time choosing the right drug rehab center. In most cases they are unsure of which questions to ask, that to…
Post-Acute WithdrawalWhat is Post-Acute Withdrawal? Post-acute withdrawal is also known as PAW. PAW describes a set of persistent impairments that occur after withdrawal from alcohol,…
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