Does being sober make you happier? At Promises Brazos Valley, we believe that understanding the benefits of sobriety can be a powerful motivator in the recovery journey. With a range of comprehensive addiction treatment programs, we stand ready to support individuals as they discover why being sober is better. Contact our team online or call […]
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At Promises Brazos Valley, we believe that understanding the complexities of addiction is critical to providing effective treatment. With a range of comprehensive addiction treatment programs, we are dedicated to educating and supporting individuals on their path to recovery. While substance and process addictions may be more common, there are other types of addictions that
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Overcoming addiction can be complicated and requires a multifaceted treatment approach. There is no shortage of options for healing from addiction — you can choose from residential treatment facilities, outpatient programs, sober houses, support groups, and more. But if you are looking for an alternative to traditional treatment methods that may be more convenient or
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September is National Recovery Month, which is a great time to learn how you can get help or help a loved one who is struggling with addiction or mental health. Plenty of resources are available to help people and their loved ones get through the challenges of mental health and substance use disorders together. Discover
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Countless people around the globe suffer from some form of mental illness. Some reading this article may know someone with a mental illness or may be living with a mental illness themselves. As anyone living with mental illness knows, sometimes help is needed. And it’s ok to ask for help. Asking for help is incredibly
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Drug and alcohol detox treatment is usually the first step for many who struggle with a substance use disorder or addiction to alcohol or drugs. At Brazos Valley, our team of experienced and compassionate addiction treatment professionals is poised to help you or a loved one heal and make a lasting recovery. Alcohol Use Disorder:
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What are illegal substances? Well, in short, they’re drugs. But here’s the thing. All illegal substances are drugs, but not all drugs are illegal substances. One might think that a drug becomes illegal when used outside medical contexts. Unfortunately, this incites further confusion as all medicines are considered drugs, but not all drugs are considered
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Almost anyone addicted to a drug will try to hide it. There are a few reasons why. Understanding the motivation for the use and the hiding and denial can be very useful when trying to help them get addiction treatment. Shame is nearly always a factor. Someone who has become addicted is likely to be
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Enrolling in men’s addiction treatment is a massive step in the right direction. Now you need to know what to bring to rehab to get the most out of your experience. While you do not need many supplies to get started, there are a few items that will make your stay much more comfortable. At
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Alumni programs are an excellent way for people to keep their recovery on track and build lasting relationships with others in recovery. These after-rehab programs have been around for some time but are still crucial to many drug and alcohol recovery programs. To enjoy the benefits of alumni programs for recovery, look for treatment centers
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