Much emphasis is put on the 12 steps in programs like Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, but these programs also have what they call the 12 traditions. These are basically tenets and guidelines for how these programs work and why they do what they do. Tradition 11 in the 12 steps is based on the idea of ... Read More
Rehab Explained
Seeking treatment for mental health or substance abuse can be confusing. What is the treatment like? Why are there groups? What methods are used to treat my condition? These are all common concerns for patients seeking rehabilitation and we want to answer them in this section. Our articles are informed by our licensed mental health and substance abuse facility and help you understand how a rehab facility operates and treats the patient.
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What is MBCT – Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
What to Know About Brainspotting Therapy
How the 12-Step Tradition “Attraction Rather Than Promotion” Works in AA
Do People Go to Drug Rehab for Weed?
Illicit drug use is on the rise across the nation. According to the CDC, nearly one in 10 Americans aged 12 and over used an illicit drug within a month prior to a survey that was conducted in 2013, a 13% increase over the number reported in a 2002 survey. Marijuana use accounts for a large portion of reported drug ... Read More
What Will My Friends Think About My Seeking Treatment?
Facing mental health challenges isn't easy. Even though one in five Americans lives with mental illness, experiencing it for yourself can be very difficult to accept. Over the last several decades, the stigmas surrounding mental health have started to wane. However, this is not wholly widespread, and many people ... Read More
Five Myths About Therapy That Everyone Should Know
Therapy is a central part of the treatment process for many conditions, from things like depression and anxiety to addiction to drugs and alcohol. In fact, one of the first questions many people ask when listening to the struggles of friends and family is, "Have you tried going to therapy?" Despite the growing ... Read More
Voluntary vs. Involuntary Commitment in Rehab (and Other Questions About Inpatient Mental Health Treatment)
The image of inpatient or residential mental health treatment may paint a picture of a hospital ward or an asylum in which patients are locked up to keep them safe from themselves and others. The truth is, this is far from the experience of patients in residential programs today. Most people seek treatment from ... Read More
Can I Smoke in Rehab? And Other Concerns
“Can I smoke cigarettes in rehab?” It’s a question many people ask when considering inpatient drug or alcohol treatment for the first time. The answer is a qualified “yes”: Quality behavioral health providers like FHE Health honor patients’ freedom and preferences to smoke in rehab; at the same time, patients can avail ... Read More
Finding Affordable Rehab Through Insurance, Loans and More
The cost of addiction treatment can be a major barrier for those trying to seek help, but rehab may be more affordable than you think. Many programs are covered at least in part by traditional health insurance, and there are alternative financing options for those who are uninsured. We've compiled this guide to help ... Read More
How to Prepare for a Spiritual Awakening
Twelve-step programs are an important part of many people's journey to sobriety, with estimated AA member counts reaching the millions worldwide, and it's the last step that talks about the idea of a spiritual awakening. This may sound a little vague, and it is, because what spiritual awakening is and how it manifests ... Read More
