The opioid crisis has been a regular topic in local and national news. Opioid abuse often begins with legally available prescription drugs, like OxyContin and Fentanyl, but many who are suffering from opioid addiction end up moving on to heroin. We at Sagebrush Treatment Centers offer hope to clients dealing with addiction through our heroin…
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Many people who see a therapist are dealing with anxiety, depression, or some other mental illness that is interfering with their life. They’re looking for ways to deal with the stress of everyday life. Because each person is different, there are various methods for delivering therapeutic services. CBT and DBT are two popular therapies used…
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How long does it take to detox from alcohol? Detox occurs when the body rids itself of alcohol and all the associated toxins. The length of time that you go through detox varies from person to person, depending on various factors. You may also experience alcohol withdrawal symptoms that are different from someone else. Detox…
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Benzo withdrawal symptoms typically occur as a result of cutting off the drug from your system. Once you enter a benzo addiction treatment center in Northern, VA, your benzo withdrawal symptoms will begin within a few hours. A treatment specialist can help you get through the symptoms and provide the appropriate care to address your…
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While cocaine withdrawal symptoms are not as physical as withdrawal from other drugs, it can still be a challenging situation. However, the efforts you or your loved one put forth will pay off in the long run. People can and do recover from addiction. Sagebrush Treatment Centers is a small, holistic cocaine addiction addiction rehab…
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Substance abuse is a problem that affects many people, including families. In many cases, some people become dependent on or addicted to multiple drugs and use many drugs at the same time. When defining “what is polysubstance abuse”, it is the term for abusing three or more substances for a period of a year or…
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Choosing to get help for your substance use disorder is a brave decision that will positively change the course of your life. Once you’ve completed your residential treatment program, stepping down to a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a natural next step. Taking advantage of options for sober living in McLean, VA, can help you…
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Are you looking for a trustworthy and informative discussion on the question, “Is alcohol a stimulant or a depressant?” Sagebrush Treatment Centers is here to assist you with the facts and answers on this commonly asked question on alcohol addiction. If you are concerned with your alcohol use and considering alcohol addiction treatment in McLean,…
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Feeling stressed is normal, but dealing with anxiety is different. When you add alcohol to the situation, it becomes almost like the story of the chicken and the egg. There is a connection between anxiety and alcohol abuse, but knowing which one leads to the other isn’t as clear. This is often the case with…
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What is ACT therapy? ACT Therapy stands for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. It is based on mindfulness, embracing their thoughts and feelings instead of judging them, feeling guilty about them. It is a type of therapy that places emphasis on overcoming one’s impulsive, negative and harmful feelings and thoughts. The argument is that if one…
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