December 2023

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   Having a child can be both rewarding and a never-ending source of worry. As a parent, you work hard to set them up for success and guide them to […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   The road to recovery from alcohol addiction is often a personal one, so it’s understandable that you might not want to share your experiences with others. However, regular group […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, also known as the NCADD, deemed April as Alcohol Awareness Month in 1987 with the sole purpose of reducing the stigma […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   For anyone who’s ever had to battle drug addiction, it’s a known fact that you’ll have to keep at it for a long, long time. The important thing to […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   The term ‘designer drugs’ or ‘club drugs’ refer to stimulants, hallucinogens or depressants that are produced in underground labs in the United States, or overseas and ship here. Some […]

Socially withdrawn Changes in appetite Gain or loss of weight Change in sleep patterns Prolonged feelings of hopelessness and despair Hallucinations and delusions Inability to concentrate Suffering grades Consistently missing work or school Mood swings Easily irritated Thoughts of suicide Neglecting responsibilities Engaging in risky behavior Financial trouble Neglecting self-care (grooming, bathing) HOW A PROFESSIONAL […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   It was 5:15 am Wednesday morning and time to hit the trails. My sponsor, Rodney, came over the night before and spent the night. Out hiking bags were packed […]

HEALTHY DIET IN ADDICTION RECOVERY Clean, organic food cleanses the body. It decreases stress and “levels you out” the natural, drug-free way. Diet is often overlooked, not just by addicts, but by the general public. Junk food can be an addiction in itself, just like cocaine or heroin. The skills needed for retaining both sobriety […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   There are many forms through which depression can manifest itself, ranging from mild to a feeling of desperation. There is no one method to deal with depression, as different […]

Addiction is something that affects more than just the addict – it affects everyone around them . Whether addiction is your family member’s or your own problem, it’s important to understand how it affects the whole family. Here’s why addiction is a family disease, and how you can support addicted loved ones.  How Addiction Affects […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   Thanks to a new in-network team-up between Humana and The PAC Program, Arizonas most trusted drug and alcohol rehabilitation center, people throughout the state can now find affordable addiction […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   Overcoming addiction is hard enough — and without a strong support system, it can leave someone feeling hopeless and defeated. No matter what has caused an individual’s addiction, people […]

Usually when an individual has a drug or alcohol addiction, they also have a co-occurring psychological disorder that contributes to their substance abuse problem. Such individuals require simultaneous treatment for both conditions, not merely the addiction. Healing gardens can play a crucial role in helping individuals improve their mental health. Individuals who take up therapeutic […]

If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for alcohol or substance abuse, please call our partner facility today: The PAC Program (866) 516-8266   What is a binge eating disorder? Binge eating is where the individual frequently eats large amounts of food, and has little or no self control to stop. The individual […]