High-Functioning Addiction: What It Really Looks Like
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. She makes partner at 38. Coaches her daughter’s soccer team on Saturdays. Never misses a deadline. And most nights, after the kids are asleep, she finishes a bottle of wine alone in the kitchen, telling herself it’s just how she unwinds. He’s the guy everyone calls reliable. Promoted twice in
The Hidden Health Effects of High-Dose Nicotine Pouches
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. I started noticing a pattern before I understood the diagnosis Not in a detox unit. Not in a smoking cessation clinic. But in otherwise healthy young men sitting in an outpatient office: high school athletes, college students, gym-goers, kids who looked like they should have
What Happens When You Stop Drinking for 30 Days?
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. For a lot of people, alcohol has become woven into their daily and weekly routines. Wine with dinner, a beer after a long day, or a cocktail on the weekends. It becomes so embedded in daily life that many have not even thought about what would happen if they stopped, even just for a month. Taking
Understanding Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery Health insurance can feel confusing, especially when different programs and plan names sound similar and are often talked about together. Medicare, Part A, Part B, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid… It is a lot to take in, and many people are never given a clear explanation
Your Brain Can Heal: How Recovery Helps Rewire and Restore
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery It’s a fact that addiction changes the brain. Most of us are not born dependent on substances, though addiction can form over time from learned behaviors that create habitual pathways in the brain. Thankfully, the reverse is also true, and the brain can change
Understanding the Stages of Change in Addiction Recovery
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery If you’re struggling with substance abuse, you’re certainly not alone. Fortunately, the decision to change and let go of harmful habits is a powerful step. Although everyone’s healing journey is unique, addiction recovery often follows a few key stages based on James Prochaska and
The Brain’s Recovery from Addiction: Timeline & Tips
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery How Long Does It Take to Rewire the Brain from Addiction? Addiction can profoundly impact the brain and body, but so can the recovery process. Prolonged substance abuse may sometimes cause areas of the brain to erode or function improperly, such as the brain’s
50+ Addiction Recovery Quotes for Motivation & Strength
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery Recovering from addiction is a challenging journey that requires courage, determination, strength, and a good support system. Whether you’re in need of motivation and support while recovering from alcohol addiction, opioid addiction, or addiction to other substances, it’s important to find inspiration to keep
Inpatient vs. Outpatient Drug Rehab: Choosing the Right Path for Recovery
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery If you or a loved one are interested in receiving treatment for substance use, there are two major program types: inpatient and outpatient. Inpatient programs involve living in a treatment facility, hospital, or clinic while receiving care for addiction. Outpatient programs allow you to
Can You Go to Drug Rehab Without Insurance? Affordable Options Explained
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction but you don’t have health insurance, you may be worried that treatment is out of reach. Fortunately, many affordable and even no-cost options are available to help you with your recovery journey. State-funded programs,
A Guide to Intensive Outpatient Treatment Programs
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery This article answers questions you may have about intensive outpatient treatment programs, commonly referred to as IOPs. These programs can help you or a loved one dealing with substance use. Many find that IOPs help to support long-term recovery. What Is an Intensive Outpatient
What to Know About Long-Term Rehab for Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery This article will explain key information about long-term rehab for drug and alcohol addiction. Once you understand the details about long-term rehab, you or a loved one can make an informed decision to support your recovery journey. What Is Long-Term Rehab? When deciding on