Perhaps you have heard of a partial hospitalization program (PHP) as part of addiction treatment and wonder what happens during a PHP. At Memphis Recovery Centers, we provide a partial hospitalization program as an option for addiction treatment that is a safe choice for those choosing to end a dependence on drugs or alcohol. A…
Prescription medications are written for people who have underlying mental health or medical need. When the prescription is written, the medication becomes part of the necessary treatment. However, some drugs are highly addictive, and long-term use of them can lead to addiction. How do you know when you’ve crossed that line from prescription use into…
Recovering from a substance use disorder requires daily maintenance. Unlike other chronic diseases, there is no medical cure for alcoholism or drug addiction. As a result, those in recovery must remain diligent in their everyday lives. This means actively working on a recovery plan and knowing when and where to ask for help. The team…
Addiction recovery is more than just not using drugs or alcohol. It is also a process that involves working closely with professionals to heal your emotional and mental health. You also may need improvement to your physical health. At Memphis Recovery, we can strengthen your physical health with a wide range of therapies. Some of…
In the United States, millions of people struggle with alcohol addiction. Unfortunately, few of them seek the help that they need to take control of their lives. One reason is that people with addiction don’t want to stop. Because of that, many people want to know how to help an alcoholic. If you have questions,…
Dealing with addiction is difficult. However, going through recovery on your own is even more challenging. Therefore, most people who have substance use disorders will seek help from a recovery center. Through the assistance of the caring staff and others in the program, you will find that your recovery efforts do not have to happen…
Going to an addiction recovery center can be both exciting and scary. While you know that you made an excellent decision to help yourself overcome substance use, you may also feel uncertain about what will happen. Yet, you can rest assured that recovery is the best choice. There are a variety of things to look…
Mental health and substance abuse often create a circle within individuals that makes both conditions more difficult. Here at Memphis Recovery, we don’t diagnose mental health problems. However, we have both a physician and a psychiatrist on staff and can address mental health conditions. With the help of dual diagnosis treatment, you or your loved…
Over the years, a myriad of behavior adjustment programs have been created to help manage drug addiction and other issues. These include CBT and DBT, two similar options that vary in subtle ways. Thankfully, we at Memphis Recovery Centers can help. Our specialists fully understand these programs and can help you settle the CBT vs.…
There’s no one specific way to get sober and stay sober. However, enlisting in quality treatments for drug abuse skyrockets your chance at recovery. At first, challenges are likely in treatment for drug addiction and you realize staying clean involves much more than quitting drugs. Therefore, we explain the benefits and advantages of varying levels…