How Youth Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Treatment Programs Give Teens the Tools for Long-Term Recovery

Substance Abuse, Youth

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) provide high-level clinical support for teens struggling with substance use, allowing them to build recovery skills and emotional resilience while remaining in their homes and schools. As a parent, your child is your world. From the...

The Southeastern Family Project: A Safe Space for Maternal Substance Use Recovery

Parenting, Substance Abuse

The Southeastern Family Project provides a vital bridge for pregnant and postpartum women, offering a safe, residential recovery environment where mothers can focus on healing while maintaining the bond with their children. Motherhood is often painted as a time of...

What Is Polysubstance Abuse?

Substance Abuse

Substance abuse or drug use of any kind can be challenging for both the person struggling, and those around them. And sadly, it’s a prevalent issue, with as many as 12.8 million people in the US seeking help for substance abuse disorder in 2023. Single-substance use...

Early Signs of Alcohol Dependence in Adolescents and Adults

Addiction, Substance Abuse

When it comes to drinking alcohol, people rarely start with the intent to form a habit. But what may have started as the occasional drink can slowly become an addiction, impacting your body, mind, work, and relationships.  And it happens more often than you might...

How Alcohol Affects Mental and Physical Health Across Different Age Groups

Substance Abuse

April is Alcohol Awareness month – the perfect time to talk about the effects of alcohol consumption on our bodies and minds. People drink alcohol for a variety of reasons. Some may drink to celebrate special occasions, to enjoy a night out with friends, or to wind...

The Hard Facts About College Alcohol Abuse and Substance Abuse

Substance Abuse, Youth

Unfortunately, drinking alcohol (and far too much of it) has become synonymous with the college experience. It’s the main attraction at Greek life parties. It’s a staple of tailgating and sporting events. It’s seen as the common denominator in the...