The COVID-19 Pandemic Has Made the Opioid Crisis Worse
Drug-Rehabilitation.com | The Addiction Recovery Blog
by Jennifer Dooley
3y ago
There’s no shortage of problems spawned by the pandemic. One deserves more attention than it’s getting, even now. Those suffering from addiction to opioids are worse off than they were in January. While we still don’t know the true cost nationwide, it’s worth talking about the problem, and what (if anything) we can do to help one another.   Snapshot of the Opioid Crisis in 2020 According to several news sources & research studies: The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reported a 39% increase in total deaths from drug overdose between March-June 2020. ODMAP, an ..read more
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How Addiction Robs Your Body of the Nutrients It Needs
Drug-Rehabilitation.com | The Addiction Recovery Blog
by Jennifer Dooley
3y ago
Something that surprises many of our clients is the importance of diet in rehabilitation. Why? Addiction has one of the most damaging effects possible on our bodies. Restoring a healthy diet goes a long way toward recovering from the addiction. A healthy body helps promote a healthy mind. And a healthy mind is what you’ll need to live a better life. So let’s talk about diet and addiction’s effect on it. How Addiction Affects the Body We approach addiction as a disorder. Primarily a mental/psychological one. The brain develops a dependence on the substance, fueled by psychological need. Along t ..read more
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Alcohol Recovery and Depression: Why You (May) Feel Depressed After Quitting Drinking
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
What happens if you’re in recovery from alcoholism…but still feel depressed? Depression and alcoholism have a long history together. Some people use alcohol to “self-medicate” when depressed, hoping to numb the pain. It may work for a while…however, alcohol is a “depressant” to the body. Which means it can make pre-existing mental health issues worse. Some people may become depressed after the initial euphoria they experience when drinking. So they keep drinking to avoid negative feelings. The cycle repeats, getting worse each time. Depression and alcoholism fueling each other can feel like yo ..read more
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Avoiding Alcohol Dependence in Stressful Situations
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
We’ve never faced a situation like we’re in now, trying to cope with all the changes COVID-19 has introduced into everyday life. To say it’s stressful, well, understatement of the year! It’s a good time to remind ourselves not to fall back on bad habits. Overeating, biting our nails, sleeping too much…and drinking. Being a rehab center, we aren’t qualified to address overeating or biting nails. We are however qualified to address drinking in times of stress – and the rehab that comes from alcohol addiction! Our message with this post: It’s okay to feel tempted to drink. But it’s not healthy to ..read more
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Coronavirus Safety Precautions for SSH Clients in Rehab
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
Support Systems Homes would like to assure the public that we put the safety and well-being of our clients and staff at top priority. We’re taking proactive steps to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19), by following guidance published by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Santa Clara County Public Health Department. We’ve had no cases at SSH facilities, or in our immediate area. Nonetheless, we make it a point to keep our clients safe during their treatment. From ALL risks. As such, we have taken the following precautions to ensure that our facilities, staff, and ..read more
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What Does “Medically Supervised Detox” Mean?
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
Ever wondered about the term “detox?” What does it mean? What does it involve? Is it as bad as the horror stories you see online? This post will discuss the ins and outs of detox. What it is, how the process works, and what to realistically expect. Too many people view detox as a horrible experience. Some even avoid treatment for their addiction entirely, out of fear of detox. Let’s see what we can do to help. At SSH, detox takes place in our residential treatment center…NOT a hospital. We want you to feel as welcome and comfortable as possible. The Reasoning Behind Detox in Addiction Treatmen ..read more
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How to Make New Year’s Resolutions Stick for Any Goal (Including Addiction Recovery)
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
How are those New Year’s Resolutions going? Be honest. Some of you already faltered. Couldn’t get to the gym, ate too much ice cream (all week long). It’s okay. No judgement here. We’re human too. We’ve been there. In fact, we have some good news for you. The good news is—you can “restart” a resolution at any time. Let’s talk about resolutions. What they’re meant for, how to make them, and most importantly, how to stick to them.   Why a Rehab Center Would Talk About New Year’s Resolutions (It’s All About Goals) Why are we talking about New Year’s resolutions on an addiction treatment center we ..read more
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Music Therapy – Making Music as a Way to Recover from Addiction
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
You might think the rehab process is boring. It might even keep you away from a rehab center, thinking your days would drag on, reducing life to a dull haze. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, in this post we’re going to explain just how exciting treatment can get. Some of our clients choose “music therapy” as one of their treatment activities. What’s that? It’s an opportunity to have a blast, AND work toward recovery at the same time. What’s “Music Therapy?” The age-old saying goes, “Music soothes the savage beast.” It’s true, in many ways. Music helps us on every level, from s ..read more
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Meet Sonja Riley, SSH’s New Director of Clinical Outreach
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
The Support Systems Homes team continues to grow! Sonja Riley has joined us as our new Director of Clinical Outreach. In this role, she’s responsible for connecting with medical facilities, social workers, and the community at large. She’ll build our relationships with healthcare services throughout Santa Clara County. She’ll also work to grow awareness in the Silicon Valley community, and help those suffering from addiction find the treatment they need. Sonja comes from a background of helping. She worked as a mortgage banker for 9 years, helping people with their financial future. Why switch ..read more
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The Importance of Support Systems for Recovering Addicts
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by Jennifer Dooley
4y ago
Support systems help us through difficult parts of life. Childhood – You had family and friends. Keeping you safe. School – You had teachers, friends, and volunteers. Guiding you toward a good education & life goals. Work – You have colleagues, bosses, and a routine. Keeping you focused on tasks & doing good work. What about addiction recovery? Support Makes Recovery Last Can you recover from addictions all on your own? Yes. But research shows that having a positive, encouraging support system makes recovery much easier. It can truly make the difference between a relapse 2 months post ..read more
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