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Many people have an opinion or a belief about what drug and alcohol addiction treatment is. They may not have an addiction or ever dealt with mental health complications, but they firmly believe one thing or another. Do you believe these common recovery myths? At Crestview Recovery, we want you to know that you can […]

There is often a lot of talk about holistic rehab. What is it? Incorporating alternative and complementary therapies into traditional drug and alcohol addiction treatment can provide a range of benefits. They can help to focus not only on your physical and mental wellbeing but also on restoring a higher quality of life and building

Time is something that many people recognize is limited. When you are entering into drug and alcohol treatment, the moment you make that decision, you can start to feel apprehensive and impatient. You just want this to be over with. Yet, patience and sobriety are two things that have to come together. At Crestview Recovery,

If you have never been to a rehabilitation center, you may be wondering what it’s like. There are many preconceptions and misconceptions about what treatment is like. Hopefully, some of this information will give you a clear view of what you’re getting into. Soon you will see how going to treatment at Crestview Recovery is

Your friend, sibling, parent, or child is struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. You want to do whatever you can to save their life. It’s hard to do when they do not see the problem or believe they need help. Helping an addict is possible, but you have to learn how to do so in

Drug and alcohol addiction can cause life-altering consequences. There is no cure for substance use disorder; staying in recovery often feels like an insurmountable challenge. Relapse occurs when a person attempting to stop using drugs is unable to avoid using. There is no need to live in fear of a relapse if you are aware

People often use the word trauma in everyday speech to mean a highly stressful or upsetting event. However, the key to understanding trauma is the understanding that it refers to extreme stress that completely overwhelms a person’s ability to cope. If you believe that a trauma therapy program may be helpful for you or a

Confronting substance use disorder offers Portland residents hope for the future. Treating the mental health and physical issues related to drug and alcohol use may seem overwhelming, but sobriety is within your reach. The best way to plan for the future is to take care of present responsibilities and mental health concerns. At Crestview Recovery,

If you’re struggling with a drug or alcohol problem, you may be wondering, do I need rehab? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, more than 23 million people in the United States are estimated to need treatment for a substance use problem. Substance use disorder is not the result of weakness or lack of

Self-care is an important part of addiction recovery. Recognizing your physical, emotional, and mental health needs allow you to create the ideal situation for recovery. Yet, that’s not always easy to do on your own. Group therapy and self-care often work hand-in-hand. When you have a group of people who can help you to see