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  • Your Guide to In-Network Cigna Rehab Centers

    Your Guide to In-Network Cigna Rehab Centers

    Welcome to the First Step If you’re reading this, you’re already on the path to recovery. It’s a tough journey, but you don’t have to walk it alone. At 12…

Addiction Treatment Articles

  • A new mother who is in recovery from addiction plays with her child and husband at the beach.

    Balancing Motherhood and Addiction Recovery

    Balancing motherhood and addiction recovery is no easy task. With the right guidance and support, the process will be worth it for yourself and your children.

  • A young girl walks with and supports her father after he recently returned home from inpatient rehab.

    How Do I Support My Loved One After Rehab?

    Your loved one’s journey through rehab is theirs to take. However, there are many ways you can support them and show you care throughout their recovery.

  • Pill bottles of Oxycodone are shown with labels and pills laid out on a table.

    What is Oxycodone?

    Oxycodone is one of the most abused opioids. Learn about its addictive qualities, effects of overuse, and how to get help if you’re struggling with addiction.

  • Rohypnol, or "roofies" being exchanged, a drug that for some carries addictive consequences.

    What is Rohypnol?

    Roofies are commonly abused as a recreational drug. Understanding Rohypnol’s dangers will help you to make the right choices for yourself or a loved one.

  • A woman is comforted by her therapist while in an addiction rehab that uses evidence-based care and treatment.

    What is Evidence-Based Addiction Treatment?

    Looking into drug rehab? Evidence-based treatment, backed by scientific research, tracked success rates and validation, is a good place to start your inquiry.

  • A woman shrugs innocently to a therapist or counselor, claiming she does not have a problem with drugs or alcohol.

    8 Signs of Denial in an Addict

    Recognizing the signs of denial in an addict is key to early intervention. Learn how denial impacts addiction and why professional treatment is essential for recovery.

  • A couple speak with an addiction therapist, who answers the question How Long do Opiates Stay in your system.

    How Long do Opiates Stay in Your System?

    There is no one size fits all as far as how long opiates stay in your system. However, the following information will give you a ballpark of what to expect.

  • Family and friends enjoying a sober summer vacation, kicking a ball around on the beach.

    How to Plan for a Sober Summer Vacation

    Intimidated by the thought of taking that first vacation after rehab? It’s possible to stay sober, have a blast, and make lasting memories if you plan ahead.

  • A young woman is offered an outstretched hand, showing how to help a drug addict without enabling them.

    How to Stop Enabling Your Addict

    Enabling an addict only keeps them from seeking treatment. Learn how to detach with love so your loved one is more likely to get the help they need.

  • A drug addict sits in shame after telling lies.

    8 Reasons That Addicts Lie

    Discover why addicts lie—8 reasons that shed light on their behavior, helping families understand addiction’s grip and the road to healing.

  • Bottle of whiskey and glasses on wooden table representing alcohol consumption and risk of alcohol poisoning

    Alcohol Poisoning — What It Is and How To Handle It

    Although alcohol is a legal substance, it can still be abused. If you suspect alcohol poisoning, take action to avoid dangerous or deadly consequences.

  • Family standing together outside, signifying how genetics can affect addiction

    Addiction and Genetics

    Nature or nurture? Genetics can often play a role in addiction, but addiction is also complex, nuanced and personal — and there is help if you need it.

  • Students in college sit around a table talking.

    7 Ways to Maintain Your Sobriety in College

    Going to college doesn’t have to mean relapsing. Here are 7 ways to maintain your sobriety and ensure you have a fallback plan in case you need help.

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