Cocaine is a powerful and addictive drug that originally comes from the cocoa plant of South America. For thousands of years, natives of South American countries would chew the leaves… Read More
Rehabilitation Blog Posts by Justin Balague
Fundamental Factors of Recovery

“September is National Recovery Month; a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance… Read More
COVID-19 and Grief

We are all grieving some loss during this COVID-19 world pandemic. We are grieving loved ones we may have lost to the virus. We are grieving the loss of our… Read More
Creativity in Recovery

“September is National Recovery Month; a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance… Read More
Five Myths About Addiction Recovery

“September is National Recovery Month; a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance… Read More
Finding Mental Strength During COVID-19

We are living in uncertain times and navigating through unchartered waters. Millions of individuals have been infected and affected by COVID-19. Many of us are trying to find ways to… Read More
MAT Treatment For Alcohol

An estimated 88,000 individuals die from alcohol-related causes each year, making alcohol the third leading preventable cause of death in the United States. Alcoholism, formally referred to as alcohol use… Read More
Mental Health and Job Loss

The COVD-19 pandemic has gravely impacted our mental health in more ways than one. The majority of individuals are anxious about the unknown, and millions of hard-working Americans are experiencing… Read More
Mental health benefits of pets during COVID

After several weeks of “self quarantining” due to stay at home orders, there is an unsung hero that makes all of this a bit better: our beloved pets. Our cats… Read More
How to Navigate Recovery When Businesses Reopen

The ultimate goal after completing a drug or alcohol treatment program is maintaining the path of sobriety. Staying clear of drugs and alcohol, avoiding temptation, preventing yourself from falling into… Read More