Last week (March 22-28, 2021) was National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW). NDAFW is an annual health observance that inspires dialogue about the science of drug use and addiction among youth. Each day, we shared an important fact about alcohol and drug addiction and addiction treatment. It’s never too early to start the conversation!…
A holistic approach to treating addiction means taking into account the whole of an individual seeking treatment. It means understanding every part of a person and teaching therapeutic reality-based techniques for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. At Crest View, we like to think of it as a WHOLEistic approach to treatment, working toward the recovery of…
Isolation and job loss often result in low self-esteem, increased depression, higher rates of substance misuse, and worse addiction treatment outcomes. We knew this before 2020, but COVID-19 shed a spotlight on it like never before. Within weeks of the pandemic’s inception, there was an unprecedented spike in opioid-related deaths and a staggering 55 percent…
In a previous blog post – Is Dry January Enough? Here are the Signs of Physical Dependence – we explored the topic of Dry January, and how to know whether your or a loved one’s substance use warrants more than a single month of sobriety. For anyone with substance use disorder and/or addiction, professional treatment…
Are you or a loved one participating in Dry January? Dry January can have many health benefits for some individuals – improved sleep, a clearer mind, money saved, and potentially a healthier relationship with alcohol – just to name a few. However, for individuals living with an addiction and/or substance use problem, a single month…
As we approach the New Year, many people around the world are beginning to think about their goals, aspirations, and resolutions for 2021. If you’re in recovery from an addiction, or aspiring to get sober, this time of year can provoke a variety of emotions. If you’re confident in your recovery journey, you may be…
2020 has been a difficult year to say the least. This is particularly true for those living with an addiction: The University of Michigan’s Addiction Center stated that stress and social isolation related to COVID-19 can increase susceptibility to substance misuse, addiction, and relapse. A study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) found…
At Crest View, our approach to recovery is different than most rehabs. We don’t believe in cookie-cutter solutions. Each person that walks through our door has their own past, their own needs, and their own story. A one-size-fits-all approach simply won’t work. Instead, we use a holistic addiction treatment approach that’s focused on improving the…
For many people, the holidays signify a special time spent with family and friends, the sharing of food and gifts, and expressing gratitude. It’s a joyful couple of months, but for individuals living with addiction, it’s often emotionally draining – and dangerous. According to the CDC, the most dangerous times of the year for drug…
October is #SubstanceAbusePreventionMonth, a time where those in recovery come together, support one another, and share experiences. We’re in unprecedented times, and many people are struggling more than ever with addiction. Making connections and sharing coping skills in recovery have never been more important. With this in mind, each day of October, we shared a…
