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Facing opioid dependency can be overwhelming for those struggling and their loved ones. With more than 2 million Americans currently struggling with opioid dependency, choosing effective treatment is not just about managing withdrawal, it’s about reclaiming your life and well-being. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including medications like Suboxone and Methadone, has been shown to reduce opioid overdose deaths by up to 50%, making it a critical part of the drug detox process and overall recovery. Understanding the distinctions between these medications can help you determine the best path forward in your recovery journey.

Seeking treatment for a substance use disorder is an important step toward reclaiming control of your life. But selecting the right treatment option can be difficult, as the difference between offerings is not always clear. 

Polydrug use is the practice of consuming multiple substances at the same time or one right after the other. Think legal and illicit substance combinations – like alcohol, cannabis, and cocaine. Or opioids and alcohol . . . or cocaine and heroin with alcohol. No matter the combination, polydrug use can have severe and unpredictable effects on your body and mind. One particularly dangerous combination is mixing stimulants and depressants. While some people believe these drugs can “balance each other out,” the reality is far more concerning.

What is Alcohol Withdrawal? 

How Group & Individual Therapy Benefit Addiction Recovery

Choosing the right therapeutic approaches in addiction recovery is a vital step in overcoming a substance use disorder. For many people considering treatment for a substance use disorder, uncertainty about what to expect from group therapy and individual therapy can feel overwhelming. At Buena Vista Recovery, our comprehensive treatment programs recognize that group and individual therapy play essential roles in the healing process. A combination of these modalities offers more comprehensive support for long term recovery. Treatment programs that integrate both approaches utilize evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to enhance communication skills and support mental health. While it is possible to engage in only group or individual therapy, we find that most patients benefit most from a comprehensive approach. Explore the unique challenges and complementary benefits of group and individual therapy for addiction recovery. 

Group therapy can be a great way for people in addiction recovery and substance use disorder therapy to achieve long-term sobriety by providing a supportive and structured environment to work through their recovery journey with others in similar situations. Unlike individual therapy, group therapy settings foster a sense of community, allowing participants to share experiences, gain insight from others, develop interpersonal skills, and reduce feelings of shame.

This updated blog was originally published 10/22/24

This updated blog was originally published on 9/28/22

 

Navigating the dual challenges of maintaining a career while evaluating the need for treatment for a substance use disorder can feel overwhelming. People struggling with substance use disorders often wonder, “can I still go to work while I’m in rehab?” Many of our patients find themselves questioning whether they can manage returning to work while in recovery, especially when transitioning from our residential treatment to our outpatient programming. This blog sheds light on these questions and emphasizes the importance of putting recovery first when returning to work by providing actionable tips to help you balance work responsibilities, protect your mental health, and make informed decisions as you progress through addiction treatment.