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The Stages of Addiction Recovery

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 26, 2023 Updated: July 5, 2023 Addiction recovery is not a simple process, but one that occurs over a period of time through several steps. To achieve sobriety, a person needs to recognize where they are right now, gaining an…

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What You Learn During Alcohol Addiction Treatment

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 20, 2023 Updated: July 5, 2023 Alcoholism can take so much from you and your future. Yet, in alcohol addiction treatment, you learn how to embrace life and heal again. If you are unsure if you need a recovery program…

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The Importance of Group Therapy in Opioid Treatment

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 28, 2023 Updated: March 21, 2023 A group therapy program is one of the most important factors in any successful opioid addiction recovery program. Unlike an individual therapy program, group counseling involves feedback from peers, accountability, and a community of…

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How Effective Is Drug Rehab?

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 14, 2023 Updated: March 21, 2023 When you are looking for an addiction treatment center for you or your loved one, it is normal to be skeptical about whether a drug rehab program will be effective. While statistics regarding success…

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6 Benefits of Outpatient Treatment Programs

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 7, 2023 Updated: March 21, 2023 On the journey to recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, there are many different types of treatment options available. While inpatient treatment can be a valuable resource, outpatient treatment programs provide many benefits that…

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Finding a Treatment Center for Alcohol Addiction in Thornton, CO

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 6, 2023 Updated: February 2, 2023 If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol addiction, you are in good company. Millions of Americans grapple with this form of substance abuse. Matters are complicated by the fact that alcohol…

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The Impact of Mental Health In Addiction Recovery

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 31, 2023 Updated: February 2, 2023 Many people with substance use disorders also struggle with mental health disorders. Treating both during addiction treatment is critical to ensuring long-term addiction recovery. This is done through dual diagnosis treatment, a specialized program that…

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How Can Medication-Assisted Treatment Help You?

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 3, 2023 Updated: January 4, 2023 Detox can be the most challenging stage of recovery to complete. During detox, you may experience mild to severe withdrawal symptoms, as well as cravings that make detox tough to get through. Medication-assisted treatment…

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How to Balance Outpatient Treatment

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 28, 2022 Updated: January 4, 2023 One of the benefits of an outpatient treatment program is that it gives you the flexibility you need to work on your recovery without neglecting your responsibilities at home, work, or school. You can work your…

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Find Out What Pain Management Treatment Is and if It’s Right for You

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 12, 2022 Updated: November 21, 2022 Chronic pain can be an underlying factor in what leads to drug or alcohol addiction. This pain may be the result of an accident, injury, or illness. Often, opioids are prescribed to provide pain…