Addiction is a multifaceted issue. As addiction grows, it begins to consume every single part of a person’s life. Since addiction affects every part of a person’s life, a good addiction recovery program should do the same thing. At Isaiah House, our holistic addiction recovery program considers the entire person. We don’t just focus on…
Not all rehab facilities and treatment centers are created equal. They can vary in their services and level of care. They can also vary in quality. CARF accreditation is a sign of a high-quality rehab facility. This accreditation is just one factor to consider as you are deciding which treatment center is best for you…
A struggle with addiction can change a lot about a person. People who regularly abuse drugs or alcohol often display traits of selfishness, isolation, and chaos. That’s why volunteering is so beneficial for people in addiction recovery. It counteracts many of the negative habits and characteristics that people develop when they are in active addiction.…
Addiction is a growing problem. Drug-involved overdose deaths continue to rise year after year. On top of that, 10 percent of U.S. adults have a drug use disorder at some point in their lives. That means that roughly 33 million people struggle with this problem. To make matters worse, every person is different. There is…
What exercises can help with addiction recovery? We all know that regular exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. And exercise has been proven to be good for people recovering from addiction. But what exercises are best for people recovering from addiction? In this article, we’ll briefly explain some benefits of exercise for…
The holidays are a time of peace, joy, celebration, and relaxation. For many, it really is the most wonderful time of the year. However, if you’re in recovery from addiction, the holiday season can be quite difficult. It’s easy to be tempted by all the holiday cheer and fall back into old habits. That’s why…
Recovery residences are a beneficial tool for people in recovery who are transitioning out of a rehab environment. A recovery residence is a broad term that describes safe and sober living environments that promote recovery from substance use disorders. These residences may also be referred to as halfway houses, three-quarter houses, transitional living facilities, or…
Addiction is a complex disease that can have devastating consequences for the suffering individual and their loved ones. It is important to seek treatment for addiction as soon as possible. Addiction treatment is multi-faceted and addresses substance use disorder in many different ways. Therapy is a large part of addiction treatment, and one of the…
The CDC recently confirmed that there were an estimated 107,622 drug overdose deaths in the United States in 2021. This number reflects an increase of nearly 15% over the previous year. These reports confirmed that of those people who died due to overdose, 65% of them were killed by opioids like heroin. Since heroin…
Relapse is a common occurrence for those struggling with addiction. In fact, about 40-60% of people who struggle with addiction will experience a relapse at some point. The emotions associated with relapse can sometimes be overwhelming. It can be challenging to know what to do after a relapse, but don’t worry, we are here to…