What is recreational therapy, and how can it aid in treating substance abuse and other mental health disorders? It is a form of holistic therapy that uses different activities to improve a person’s mood and physical health. Recreational therapy includes anything from arts and crafts, video or board games, yoga, running, or other fun activities.…
Treating addiction requires multiple approaches to address all aspects of this treatable mental health disorder. A typical treatment program will include group and individual therapy sessions. In group therapy, five group therapy stages will aid in the recovery process and allow patients to reach their recovery goals confidently. A group therapy program can show those…
In Pennsylvania, 12.9 million adults live with some form of serious mental health disorder that can severely impact their quality of life¹. The best way to treat addiction, PTSD, and other conditions contributing to this high statistic is through individual therapy sessions. Working with a therapist is the best way to treat many different disorders or…
The opioid epidemic in Pennsylvania has taken the lives of thousands of men and women every year since it began. Pennsylvania continues to be one of the top five states with the highest death rates by drug overdose. In 2020, 5,168 overdose deaths occurred, according to the CDC. While there is no cure for addiction,…
Addiction is a mental health disease that is treatable through a combination of behavioral therapy and medication. An intensive outpatient program for substance abuse is one type of treatment program where patients attend therapy a few days a week while living at home or in a sober living environment. Intensive outpatient treatment is just one…
Paying for an addiction treatment program can cost as much as $25,000 for residential or inpatient treatment programs, with outpatient programs costing around $10,000. While partial hospitalization program costs can be high, many insurance companies now cover mental health treatment programs as part of their normal health coverage. Plus, there are several state programs available…
Pennsylvania has one of the highest numbers of addiction cases in the U.S. today, with over 280,000 people struggling with addiction to opioids or other substances. York addiction services are available for men and women who want help getting through detox and reaching their sober goals safely. Without these services, people are more likely to…
Vivitrol is a safe and effective medication that can significantly reduce substance abuse withdrawals and cravings that can interfere with the recovery process. Like any medication, there are certain Vivitrol side effects that you should be aware of before beginning a medication-assisted treatment program. Knowing what to expect can reduce your fears about addiction recovery…
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a highly effective form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Initially developed in the late 1980s to better treat chronically suicidal individuals with borderline personality disorder, it has since been adapted to help treat numerous mental health disorders. Cognitive-behavioral therapies aim to identify and change maladaptive thinking patterns and create positive behavioral…
To effectively treat the growing number of mental health cases across the country, men and women will participate in a variety of therapy programs that include group and individual therapy. There is a big difference between group therapy vs. individual therapy in how they can benefit your recovery. Group therapy allows you to see how…