Fostering Compassion for Clients
June 7,2024
Healthcare professionals play an essential role in helping clients and families feel comfortable engaging in treatment programs for substance use... more
How to Build a Crisis Plan for Sustained Recovery
June 6,2024
According to Addiction Relapse Prevention by Nicholas Guenzel and Dennis McChargue, approximately 50% of people relapse within the first 12... more
Debunking Common Treatment Myths at Driftwood Recovery
June 5,2024
Treatment myths can be a factor in why some choose not to seek treatment for their conditions. These myths mostly... more
When Is It the Right Time to Seek Help for My Mental Health Disorder?
May 25,2024
Knowing when to seek help can make a difference in your quality of life. This is especially true for those... more
The Importance of Speaking up and Addressing Issues
May 24,2024
Clinicians and support staff at treatment facilities are responsible for speaking up and addressing issues impacting client or worker safety.... more
Fostering Lasting Recovery With a Continuum of Care
May 20,2024
Traditional ideas about recovery often focus on abstinence. Although abstinence is important to recovery, there are a variety of other... more
What Can I Expect in Medical Detox at Driftwood Recovery?
May 19,2024
The first step most clients take when beginning addiction treatment is medical detox. Movies and other popular media often depict... more
The Benefits of Collaborating With Coworkers
May 18,2024
The treatment of substance use disorder (SUD) requires the collaboration of multiple departments and clinicians. Multiple staff members are responsible... more
Addressing the Self: The Importance of Self-Awareness for Healing
May 13,2024
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), recovery is a dynamic process of change. In recovery,... more
Understanding the Importance of an Integrated Treatment Approach
May 12,2024
For those who struggle with addiction and co-occurring conditions, an integrated treatment approach is the most effective way to provide... more
Identifying the Positives in Everyday Interactions
May 11,2024
Addiction recovery specialists and support staff experience an unusually high level of stress due to the nature of their work.... more
4 Ways Healthcare Workers Prioritize Treatment Safety
May 7,2024
Clinicians and support staff take steps to ensure client safety and comfort during treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Studies... more
Finding Healing for Trauma at Driftwood Recovery
May 5,2024
For many, finding healing for trauma can be a difficult process. There is a lot of shame and stigma surrounding... more
The Power of Self-Care for Sustained Recovery
April 26,2024
The process of sustained recovery is not only found in the abstinence of substances but also in how you care... more
Making Positive Personal Change in Your Mental Health Journey
April 25,2024
Part of a person's mental health journey is learning the importance of positive personal change. These changes can be hard... more