One issue that should matter to every American citizen is the health and wellbeing of our military personnel. Whether they are currently active duty or veterans, having resources available to help manage a substance use disorder, or a dual diagnosis with a co-occurring mental health disorder, is imperative. These brave men and women put their […]
Addiction
How to Prevent Relapse to Substance Use
When it comes to recovery, it is helpful to take on a protective stance, to guard this newfound freedom from substance use from anything that might threaten it. In the early months of recovery, as individuals begin to adjust their mindset and lifestyle toward one of abstinence and restoration of wellness, there is, unfortunately, a […]
How to Approach the Intervention of a Loved One
Ashley Addiction Treatment focuses on collaboration with families and local care specialists to not only help a patient overcome their addiction, but to start the process even before they enter our doors, through an initial intervention. The goal of an intervention is to have the patient take the first steps in treating their Substance Use […]
Physicians With Substance Use Disorders
Physicians and nurses deserve to receive support for a substance use disorder, and treated with the dignity afforded to all who are struggling.
8 Signs Someone is Under the Influence at Work
The days of the “Mad Men” style martini-laced business lunches are a thing of the past… right? Once upon a time it was very common for an executive to have their corner office outfitted with a liquor cabinet. Back then, those mahogany-lined executive suites were incomplete without an array of crystal carafes brimming with bourbon […]
How Medication Supported Recovery Helps Individuals Overcome Opioid Addiction
When someone is sick with a medical condition, the recovery plan will likely include some sort of medication. As with any disease a person may be battling, why not access the power of medication supported recovery (MSR) for the best chance at successfully overcoming the disease of opioid addiction? In recent years, opioid addiction has […]