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Today, more than 20 million people suffer from a substance use disorder. Of this group, as many as eight million have a co-occurring mental health disorder, too. In addition to the psychiatrists and therapists who care for them, there are also the social workers who support them, typically as staff employed by a rehab ... Read More

Activities directors are essential staff members in education, health, and human services programs. The activities they develop and oversee can make a difference for individuals facing emotional and mental challenges, physical disabilities, chronic health conditions, or the natural course of aging. In a behavioral ... Read More

Treatment for addiction and mental health disorders is complex. Effective treatment plans take into consideration the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients, and large teams of physicians, nurses and mental health professionals may be responsible for delivering care. Fortunately, there ... Read More

Seeking treatment for substance abuse can be a stressful experience; many people aren't sure where to turn. To help, facilities often hire admissions representatives to answer questions and direct callers to the appropriate services. In many cases, the representative is responsible for initiating the alcohol and drug ... Read More

"Bio-beds" and "bio-bed therapy" are new and little-known innovations in the field of addiction and mental health treatment. In the sections that follow, we'll introduce readers to this groundbreaking treatment and answer questions like, "What are the benefits of bio-bed therapy?" "What is the experience like?," and, ... Read More

Many people at an alcohol and drug rehab facility deal with physical and mental health symptoms. During the detox phase, they may experience severe withdrawal and need medical care to minimize the effects of stopping alcohol or drug use. Approximately half of all people with alcohol and substance use disorders also ... Read More

High-quality addiction treatment centers employ various professional and semi-professional individuals to operate treatment programs. Within the umbrella of "addiction specialists," there may be medical doctors (including general practitioners or psychiatrists), nurse practitioners, psychiatric professions (i.e. ... Read More

In the developed world, nations provide their citizens with tax-supported health care, but not in the U.S. And as with any medical treatment in the U.S., people tend to avoid seeking care because of the expense. Even with medical insurance, the out-of-pocket costs for treatment can be exorbitant. About one in four ... Read More