What’s the Difference Between a Lapse and a Relapse?
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery The road to recovery is not linear. People often experience many ups and downs during addiction recovery. Part of this may involve lapses or relapses. Lapses are different from relapses in their level of severity. Defining Lapse vs. Relapse Lapses are different from relapses
How Many Days Does It Take to Break an Addiction?
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery There is no one-size-fits-all timeline for addiction recovery. Traditionally, detoxification from a particular substance takes about one week, but how long it takes to break an addiction varies from person to person. Additionally, the length of time may vary depending on the specific substance.
Sobriety: If You Can Get Past the First, You Can Succeed
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery Why the First Days of Sobriety Are the Hardest Starting a sobriety journey can be frightening, confusing, and overwhelming. The first few days are the worst, because both your body and your mind have to adjust to doing without whatever substance you were taking.
Understanding Levels of Care in Addiction Treatment
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery There are different levels of care in addiction treatment, ranging from levels 1-4. These levels have been created by the American Society of Addiction Medicine, or the ASAM. Levels help to differentiate and clarify the level of services provided. If you or a loved
Tired After Quitting Alcohol? A Guide to Answer Why and What to Do
Reviewed by: Renew Health + Recovery Quitting alcohol can be an important step in a person’s life–the beginning of a new, healthier chapter of recovery. If you’ve taken this step, you can feel good knowing that better days lie ahead. Still, it is common to experience some bumps along the
Understanding the Difference Between Addiction and Chronic Pain Management
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. As an Addiction Psychiatrist, I often encounter confusion around the distinction between addiction and the appropriate use of medications, particularly opioids, in the treatment of chronic pain. While both addiction and chronic pain management can involve the use of substances that have the potential to
8 Tips For Having a Successful Conversation With a Loved One About Their Alcohol or Drug Use
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. As an Addiction Psychiatrist, people often ask, “How do I talk to a loved one about their alcohol or drug use?” Here are eight key tips to help these conversations go as smoothly as possible: 8. One on One or Only a Few People Works
The Top 8 Must-Read Books on Addiction and Mental Health
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. Reading is one of my favorite ways to learn new information about the world. The field of mental health and addiction treatment is changing so quickly that it’s easy to get left behind. Below are the very best books on mental health and/or addiction that
Understanding Alcohol Detox
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. Alcohol detox typically refers to physical withdrawal symptoms that can be experienced when cutting down or stopping regular heavy alcohol intake, as well as the accompanying medical treatment process. Alcohol detox is the first step in the journey of long-term recovery. Today, we will review
7 Signs that Virtual Detox Might be Just Right For You
Reviewed by: Lauren Grawert, M.D. Renew Health + Recovery’s Virtual Detox Program offers a comprehensive and personalized approach to alcohol or substance withdrawal from the comfort of your home. Our program utilizes medication management and holistic support tailored to meet your individual needs. Here are seven signs that Ambulatory Detox
Could There Be a Link Between Antibiotic Use and Addiction?
Reviewed by: gbaumbach It is a well-known fact that antibiotic overuse is leading to a sharp rise in the number of antibiotic resistance organisms – often referred to as super-bugs. Researchers at the UC San Diego School of Medicine recently investigated another possible problem associated with antibiotic use. In particular,