Relapse is an unfortunately common occurrence during addiction recovery. Some addictions have relapse rates that exceed 50% of those accessing treatment. Avoiding addiction triggers is one of the most important ways to prevent relapsing. It is especially critical to understand which of the most common addiction triggers are most challenging to you personally so you…
Detoxing from drugs can be a very uncomfortable and sometimes even painful or life-threatening process–especially for clients that have been taking large or frequent doses of their addictive substance of choice before deciding to stop. However, getting admitted into a drug detox center is the best way to take that first step toward a path…
Detoxing and completing an addiction treatment program doesn’t cure addiction. Every person with a substance use disorder should understand that recovery from addiction needs consistent effort, which requires constant support. Some addiction treatment facilities offer alumni programs to provide this support and prevent relapse. Looking for a detox center in Ohio with an alumni program?…
Deciding to take the first step toward overcoming addiction is often described as extremely difficult. However, rebuilding your life after completing a comprehensive addiction treatment program can be as challenging as undergoing detox–even with the help of alumni programs and support groups. Here’s the truth: Recovery never ends. Addiction ends and treatment programs end, but…
What is Alumni Support? At Midwest Detox Center, or commitment to you does not end once you complete treatment. We have an obligation to ensure your long-term success. Our caring staff builds a relationship with everyone that walks through our doors for help. Many of our staff know firsthand how critical a support network is…
What Are Addiction Aftercare Services? Addiction aftercare services such as our alumni program are designed to assist those in early recovery in maintaining their sobriety by participating in additional levels of addiction care, 12-step support groups, and sober living homes. Additional levels of clinical care can include participation in a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive…
Maintaining lifelong sobriety after going through an alcohol addiction treatment program isn’t always the easiest to do, but it’s worth it. Aside from the obvious reasons that come with breaking bad habits to live a better life, the benefits of sobriety include improved overall health–both mental and physical. If you or someone you love is…
If you have completed an alcohol addiction treatment program, you’ve probably stopped drinking and are maintaining a life of sobriety. But now that treatment is over, what else is there to do? If drinking was previously associated with a good time, you might be wondering what are some fun things to do instead of drinking?…
For many recovered addicts, the lifelong goal is to maintain their sober living status. When it comes to addiction and other chronic diseases, there is no actual cure. Recovery doesn’t stop, but it can be deterred quite suddenly by relapse triggers. Casual use may seem okay at first glance, but it can quickly turn into…
Have you ever seen someone drinking wine while pregnant? While it may seem like common sense to some people, the good habit of not drinking during pregnancy isn’t as widespread as it should be. There are certain myths about alcohol and pregnancy that are more popular than the truth. Drinking alcohol is not safe during…