The story of a Washington state felon reminded me recently of how difficult it can be to help addicts—let alone the entire substance abuse epidemic in our country. In some cases, addicts are fed up with their lifestyle and are ready for a change. Others continue violently insisting they don’t need drug rehab, leaving a [...]
The Role Of A Community Member In Drug Treatment
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 25th, 2012 in Blog
Five Ways To Get A Loved One Into Treatment
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 25th, 2012 in Blog
If you have a son, daughter, friend, parent or any other form of a loved one who struggles with substance abuse, chances are you know how frustrating it can be to deal with someone who doesn’t think they need drug rehab or even have a problem.
Because these situations can quickly escalate, for the onlooker, to [...]
The Real Cure For Meth Abuse Through Treatment
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 20th, 2012 in Blog
For hundreds of addicts, meth abuse has led them to a revolving door of relapse and treatment. A recent study out of Australia took a deeper look into the overwhelming and devastating effects of methamphetamine addiction and the common question, is drug rehab worth it?
Addiction cases that entered treatment ranging from long-term residential drug rehab [...]
Overdose Does Not Have To Be The End To Addiction
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 20th, 2012 in Blog
While we have lost countless of drug abusers over the years, recent progressions and evolutions in the way we approach and think about substance abuse have given some hope for a brighter future both nationally, and globally. Others feel we are taking the same strides again and again, yet without a single step forward.
Despite being [...]
Is Drug Addiction The Parents Fault
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 11th, 2012 in Blog
This week talk show host Kathie Lee Gifford has come under fire across the United States for what were taken as criticizing comments she made in a Family Circle magazine interview. The comments were regarding her opinion that drug addiction could be caused by bad parenting.
Causing disapproval and upset across the country fans have taken [...]
An Olympian Recovery And Overcoming Addiction
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 11th, 2012 in Blog
Watching the Olympics over the last few weeks I have been overwhelmed by the stories of victory and beating the odds by many of the contestants. One story that truly hit home was one about Olympic cyclist’s Dotsie Bausch’s struggles with drug addiction [as well as an eating disorder].
The American athlete, who just won a [...]
What Is Alcohol Detox
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 6th, 2012 in Uncategorized
Alcohol detox and alcohol treatment are terms that get thrown around in the rehab field quite frequently, but in order to recover successfully you need to understand the differences between the two. With an understanding of both, you can confidently choose the type of rehab that is right for you (or your loved one).
Alcohol detox [...]
The Key To Moving Past Addiction Permanently
Posted by Vista Bay Rehab on August 6th, 2012 in Blog
Without a doubt, the overcoming of drug abuse is an incredible feat. Maintaining sobriety is just as hard as obtaining it, especially when addicts leave their rehabilitation centers and return home to an environment serving as a constant reminder of old habits. This and countless other reasons constitute why it is gravely important to find [...]