Dec 7, 2024 | Addiction Treatment, Day Treatment, Half Day Treatment, Sober Living
Understanding Drug Addiction Drug addiction significantly alters brain chemistry, affecting the way the brain processes rewards and motivations. Substances like opioids, cocaine, and alcohol can cause a surge of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that regulates pleasure and...
Dec 4, 2024 | Alcohol Rehab, Day Treatment, Half Day Treatment, Outpatient, Outpatient Rehab, Sober Living
Social Drinking as a Path to the Abyss of Alcoholism: Social drinking is deeply ingrained in many cultures around the world. It’s common to associate gatherings, celebrations, and even business meetings with a drink in hand. The concept of social drinking refers...
Nov 23, 2024 | Addiction Treatment, Day Treatment, Half Day Treatment, Outpatient, Sober Living
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a lifeline for many people trying to recover from addiction. It’s based on a supportive community and offers a structured approach through its 12-step program, which promotes healing and transformation. One of the most important steps...
Nov 16, 2024 | Addiction Treatment, Education, Half Day Treatment, Outpatient Rehab, Sober Living
The Science Behind THC and Its Detection Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the primary psychoactive component in cannabis, responsible for the “high” experienced by users. It interacts directly with the body’s endocannabinoid system, a complex network...
Nov 9, 2024 | Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Rehab, Day Treatment, Half Day Treatment, Mental Health, Outpatient Rehab, Sober Living, Therapy
Meet the Team: Richard Trainor, LMHC, Clinical Director at Insight Recovery Treatment Center At Insight Recovery Treatment Center, we’re fortunate to have a team of professionals who bring deep personal experience and dedication to their work in addiction recovery....
Nov 6, 2024 | Alcohol Rehab, Day Treatment, Half Day Treatment, Outpatient Rehab, Sober Living
Quitting alcohol is an important step in the recovery journey, but it often comes with new challenges, such as managing anxiety. Anxiety is a common experience for those recovering from alcohol use disorder, and its symptoms can arise from both pre-existing conditions...
