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Alcoholic Nose: What Rhinophyma Actually Is

The red, swollen, bumpy nose that popular culture attaches to heavy drinking has a real medical name. It is called rhinophyma, and it is a late-stage form of rosacea, a common inflammatory skin condition.…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 21, 2026 · 6 min read

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What is a Relapse Prevention Group?

One of the most significant challenges for individuals in addiction recovery is the risk of relapse. A relapse prevention group is an essential tool in the…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Jun 16, 2022 · 5 min read

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Alcohol

Benefits Of Residential Treatment For Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol addiction and substance use disorder present complex challenges that often require comprehensive, structured care to overcome. For many individuals struggling with addiction, residential treatment offers…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Jun 14, 2022 · 5 min read

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Treatment and Levels of Care

The Benefits of Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient rehab has become an important option for individuals seeking recovery from drug or alcohol addiction while continuing with their daily routines. As the demand for…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Jun 10, 2022 · 4 min read

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Treatment and Levels of Care

Common Medications Used in Medication-Assisted Treatment

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a cornerstone of modern addiction treatment, especially for people with opioid use disorder (OUD) and other substance use disorders. MAT combines FDA-approved…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Jun 8, 2022 · 5 min read

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Life in Recovery

How to Cope with Social Isolation During the First Stages of Sobriety

The first stages of sobriety can feel both liberating and lonely. While removing substances from your life opens the door to healing, it also significantly alters…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Jun 6, 2022 · 4 min read

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Treatment and Levels of Care

What is Medication-Assisted Treatment?

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is reshaping how addiction care is understood and delivered. This medical approach integrates FDA-approved medications with therapy to address substance use disorders, especially…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Jun 6, 2022 · 4 min read

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Therapies

Which Works Better for Addiction: CBT or Psychotherapy?

Addiction treatment often requires addressing not only substance use itself but also the underlying mental health conditions that contribute to it. Two widely recognized approaches are…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

May 27, 2022 · 4 min read

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Fentanyl and Opioids

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Fentanyl bill could cause increase in demand for treatment servicesA bill heading to the governor's desk for a signature would require someone to seek treatment if…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

May 17, 2022 · 2 min read

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Life in Recovery

LGBTQ Sober Living

As the LGBTQ community has become more visible in recent years, so has the issue of addiction within this group. In fact, studies show that addiction…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

May 15, 2022 · 3 min read

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Life in Recovery

Benefits of Alumni Programs for Addiction Recovery

Addiction recovery is a long-term process that does not end with the completion of a rehabilitation program. Sustaining sobriety often requires continued access to support systems,…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

May 12, 2022 · 4 min read

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Life in Recovery

LGBTQ Rehab Alumni Program

Going tо rehab fоr аnу аddiction саn bе а ѕсаrу аnd overwhelming еxреrіеnсе. Thіѕ іѕ еѕресіаllу truе fоr LGBTQ folks, whо mау fееl аѕ thоugh thеу…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

May 9, 2022 · 3 min read

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Treatment and Levels of Care

LGBTQ Medication-Assisted Treatment

If you identify as part of the LGBTQ group and have a substance use disorder, you are not alone. LGBTQ people are more likely than heterosexuals…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

May 6, 2022 · 4 min read

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