Substance Abuse Counseling

Substance Abuse Practitioner Program Article on Men and Mental Illnesss

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

Many men suffer from alcoholism and mental illness but find no help.  This is partly due to attitudes towards men and how mental illness is approached.  Men need as much help as women when it comes to mental issues and require the same help.  Men just need to ask for it.

Many men do not seek the help they need to get well. Please also review our Substance Abuse Practitioner Program and see if it matches your goals

The article, “Why Many Men Have a Harder Time Seeking Treatment for Mental Illness” from Healthline states,

“I think part of it may be this macho thing,” Dr. Raymond Hobbs, a physician consultant at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, told Healthline. “A lot of guys don’t want to admit they have this problem. They still see depression as a sign of weakness.”

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Substance Abuse Practitioner Article on Substance Abuse and Employees

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

Employers are faced with issues of employees.  The issues can come to work but many of them can be dealt with efficiently.  Stress, anxiety and grief can all be met with a kind hand, but also the issue of substance abuse.  As long as substance abuse is not affecting the workplace, how can an employer help an employee suffering from this and maintain productivity?

Its beneficial for employers to help employees with substance abuse issues. Please also review our Substance Abuse Practitioner Program and see if it meets your academic and professional goals

The article, “Taking On Substance Use Disorder As An Employer — Getting It Right” by Gary Gottlieb states,

“Nearly one in ten full-time workers in the U.S. has a substance abuse problem, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports that 7.9 million individuals in the U.S. are dealing with a dual diagnosis: experiencing substance use disorder along with another mental health condition like anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder. Substance use can involve alcohol, prescription or illicit drugs.”

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Substance abuse is a serious issue. Please also review our Substance Abuse Practitioner Program and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.

Assisting Your Patients in Overcoming Heroin Addiction

Posted on by Joseph Gerard

Written by Lizzie Weakley, a freelance writer from Columbus, Ohio.

 

With the unprecedented rise of opium addiction, you are probably seeing more patients with serious addiction issues who need medical help. Some are living basically functional lives, but their drug use is threatening to get out of control. Other users are hooked on heroin and have become unable to care for themselves, possibly facing overdose or death if they cannot stop using this destructive drug. The following strategies may be able to help heroin-addicted patients.

Cognitive Therapy

People who are addicted to a strong substance like heroin often benefit from cognitive therapy, or professional counseling. This approach assists patients in addressing core issues that may be causes or triggers for the addiction, such as a troubled childhood, mental health problems, or contributory circumstances like finances or dysfunctional relationships. Dealing with root causes can often help an addict to bring heroin use under control.

Detox Heroin Treatment

Heroin is both physically and mentally addictive. Used consistently, it disrupts normal life and puts someone on the path to destruction. Many addiction specialists recommend detox heroin treatment to completely clear the drug from both the body and the mind, and enable the person to regain normal function of both. There are both in-house and outpatient options, depending on the level of addiction the patient is struggling with, as well as lifestyle responsibilities like a job and family. Completing a detox heroin treatment program is often the first step toward a successful recovery.

Community Support Group

Heroin addiction recovery can also be reinforced by joining a community support group. The group is typically led by a professional therapist or a successfully recovered person with some level of education or training. Group members help each other by providing accountability, sharing encouragement, and reinforcing a recovery lifestyle. Support groups meet at different times, sometimes daily or weekly. Consistent attendance has been shown to be an effective tool in achieving and maintaining recovery. You can have information for support groups in your office, facilitate the meeting places for such places, or run them, if you have the required training.

Medical Referral

Some addicts are dealing with a number of physical or mental ailments, which may be contributing to the heroin addiction. If you are a general practitioner, you may need to refer your patient to a specialist who can treat the auxiliary problems that are debilitating the patient, along with facilitating heroin addiction recovery. Keeping pamphlets around the office and having the information on hand for patients who talk to you about their addiction is a good place to start.

Although heroin addiction is highly destructive, it can be effectively treated. Give your patients the tools they need to be able to treat their addiction at the root level in order for recovery to be successful. Teaming up with other doctors, therapists, and health care providers in your area can enable you to help patients who suffer from addiction, even if such treatment is outside of your expertise. Just by giving patients the information they need, by incorporating some of the above methods, or even just facilitating them, you can help save the lives of those under your care.

 

 

Please also review AIHCP’s Substance Abuse Practitioner Program and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.  The program in online and independent study and open to qualified professionals.

Substance Abuse Practitioner Article on Veteran Care and Substance Abuse

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

One of the most sad realities in this country is the treatment of veterans.   Veterans do not receive the top quality care they need.  Many lapse into mental disorders and become victims to substance abuse.  Better care is a must for them.

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The article, “Substance abuse among veterans increasing as mental health issues go untreated, study finds” by Frank Miles illustrates this growing problem.  The article states,

More U.S. military veterans are struggling with substance abuse and half of returning service members who need mental health treatment don’t seek out care, according to newly released data.

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Substance Abuse Practitioner Article on Addiction Therapy

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

Addiction of anything is hard to overcome.  Many times individuals need assistance or substance abuse counselors to help them overcome the addiction.  Addiction therapy is another tool that can be used.

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The article, “What Is Addiction Therapy, and Does It Work?” from Rehab Solution states,

“Addiction therapy delves deeply into the roots of addiction. It seeks out its original causes, because addiction is frequently a manifestation of deep-seated mental issues, such as depression or anxiety. Addicts seek relief by “self-medicating” with drugs and/or alcohol.”

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Substance Abuse Counseling Training Program Article on Role of Addiction Counselors

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

The role of an addiction counselor is critical in helping individuals overcome addictive impulses as well as substance abuse. Helping individuals overcome this can be achieved through licensed counselors with degrees in counseling, or also through educated professionals, some licensed, others not, who are certified in substance abuse counseling.   Substance Abuse Counseling itself does not require a license, but numerous professionals in the counseling field add such certifications to their background

Some individuals need professional help to defeat addiction. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Training Program

The article,  “The Role of the Counselor in Addiction Recovery” from Wake Forest University looks at the role of an Addiction Counselor.  The article states,

“Substance abuse counselors provide a necessary support system for individuals recovering from eating disorders, drug and alcohol issues, gambling addictions, and other behavioral issues. By forming a relationship built on trust with their patients, counselors provide the support, resources, and judgement-free guidance that patients can utilize on their road to addiction recovery.”

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Substance Abuse Counseling Program Article on the Rise of Underage Consumption

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

Substance abuse among underage adults is becoming a national trend.  Data shows this rise in the teen population.   As a society, we need to answer this call and see where to root out this addiction.   It definitely starts at home but good substance abuse programs and counselors are also a need.

Substance abuse is on the rise for teens. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program and see if it meets your professional needs
Substance abuse is on the rise for teens. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program and see if it meets your professional needs

The article, “Data show underage substance abuse on the rise” by by Kenneth Anton states in regards the dates, 

“The number of substance abuse related felony hearings tripled during the same period. It should be noted that most of the Substance abuse cases, whether pre-expulsion or felony hearing, were mostly at the high school level, yet the lower grades were not immune to the unfortunate effects”

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The article and data clearly shows that multiple addictions are on the rise in the youth and next generation.  Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program and see if it meets your professional needs.

Substance Abuse Counseling Certification on Recovery

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

A sobering reality is that it sometimes takes rock bottom for some addicts to finally seek the change they need.  Recovery is not one action but a life style change in every aspect.  Those who finally have no where else to go sometimes find the motivation needed to do what needs done.

Sometimes hitting rock bottom is the only way to seek recovery. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Certification
Sometimes hitting rock bottom is the only way to seek recovery. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Certification

The article, “After hitting ‘rock bottom,’ some addicts and alcoholics find a road to recovery” by Alexandria Fleming states,

“In addiction phraseology, it’s often called “rock bottom.” It’s a state of mind known as the nadir of suffering, an overwhelming feeling of hopelessness. Sometimes it’s a jumpoff point at which misery is traded for normalcy and meaning, where one life ends and another begins.”

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Substance Abuse Counseling Program Article on Stigma and Recovery

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

One of a big issues in recovery for substance abusers is the stimga.  The stigma of being a previous user of whatever drug produces an image of someone undesirable.  Whether in the workforce or among social gatherings, this stigma can make it difficult for addicted to recover.  It is important to help substance abusers to have a healthy self esteem with their recovery

Recovery can be associated with a negative connotation. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program
Recovery can be associated with a negative connotation. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program

The article, “Reducing Stigma Key in Substance Abuse Recovery” by Jennifer Bryant states,

“Addiction is a mental disorder. We are working very hard to reduce the stigma and change the thinking that this is a moral failing”

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Substance Abuse Counseling Certification Article on Women and Drinking

Posted on by Dominick Flarey

More women are drinking and less women are getting the help they need for substance abuse.  Women sometimes are not seen as alcoholics but the reality is they are facing the same issues as men and the numbers are growing.

Women and drinking health issues are on the rise but the help is not there like it is for men. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program
Women and drinking health issues are on the rise but the help is not there like it is for men. Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program

The article, “Women are Drinking More, but Get Less Help for Alcohol Abuse” states,

However, a recent study found that most people, especially women, with cirrhosis are not receiving substance abuse treatment to help them recover from alcoholism — even if their insurance plan offers coverage for addiction disorders.

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Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Certification and see if it matches your academic and professional needs.  With a certification in Substance Abuse Counseling, you can help others overcome their addiction.