Substance use disorder (SUD) is a disease like any other. That means, like any other disease, you have to take care of your health to support your growing child. That’s hard to do with addiction.Unlike many other diseases, SUD doesn’t have a simple solution. It involves treating your physical and mental health in a cohesive...Read More
How much sleep do you get each night?The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that all adults get at least 7 hours of sleep each day. That may not seem possible to those who are juggling numerous responsibilities and facing dozens of stressful moments throughout the day.If you are on a substance use...Read More
It is not uncommon for seniors to face life-changing situations that create stress and turmoil. When that happens, it’s also possible for them to seek support and to self-medicate. If you’re older, or your family member is, and the use of alcohol or drugs is increasing, it may be time to seek help.Drug and alcohol...Read More
Tianeptine is a substance that was once used to treat depression. It’s not your typical antidepressant, and has never been approved for treatment by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for any medical or mental health disorder. But now, this substance seems to be making a comeback, in the wrong way. Often referred to...Read More
Alcohol is a confusing substance. For some people, having a drink now and then leads to very little impact on physical or mental health. For others, short-term use can lead to long-term dependence. Knowing that you have a substance use disorder (SUD) isn’t easy to do, but knowing what to do about it can seem...Read More
Many drugs carry serious health risks and complications, and methamphetamine (meth) is one of the most devastating. It is a synthetic stimulant that is capable of causing serious illness even on a single use, including the risk of overdose. As a highly addictive substance, your brain structure and function change to become dependent on meth,...Read More
Will you get better? Will you face substance use disorder (SUD) for the rest of your life?We often refer to SUD as a disease like any other. And, like any other disease, it’s important to consider the long-term prognosis. SUD is treatable, but cannot be cured fully. A person with an SUD can receive treatment and...Read More
Substance use disorder (SUD) and dependency carry an incredible burden on your life. You face every day, struggling to make it through and hoping that you can avoid using the substance. Yet, without fail, the thoughts and cravings increase until they become unbearable. By the end of the day, you turn to that substance so...Read More
Addiction is a life-threatening disorder that impacts your physical and mental health. If you are pregnant or planning to be, getting into treatment now can prove to be critical in protecting your life and that of your child.At Anabranch Recovery Center, we provide drug and alcohol treatment during pregnancy in Terre Haute, IN. We encourage...Read More
As a drug and alcohol treatment center in Indiana, we encourage individuals to follow a drug-free lifestyle. It’s important to your health and well-being to avoid the use of addictive substances. Yet, the world continues to change, and some people wonder if living drug-free really is necessary.No matter what your beliefs or expectations are about...Read More