Starting treatment is one of the bravest decisions you can make but that doesn’t mean it isn’t scary. Not knowing what’s going to happen is often the hardest part. So, let’s walk through exactly what your first week at Bay Area Recovery Center looks like, step by step. Day One: Meeting Your Care Team When […]
Symptoms of Untreated Alcoholism What if you or your loved one’s emotional instability is due to untreated alcoholism? Untreated Alcoholism can cause emotional symptoms such as: Anxiety Depression Anger Restlessness Irritability Feeling Discontent These symptoms can keep a person stuck in a self-centered mindset, regardless if they are actively partaking in addiction or physically abstinent […]
Yes, Addiction Is a Disease – Backed By Scientific Evidence For many years, there has been an ongoing debate on whether drug addiction is a disease or a personal choice. Some believe that addiction stems from lack of willpower, poor decision-making, and moral failure, while others point to growing scientific evidence that shows addiction is […]
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, over 20 million people are suffering from alcoholism over the past year. When you add people who suffer from drug addiction, the number rises to over 40 million people. Because of the overwhelming amount of adults dealing with addiction, it is estimated that the number […]
If you are looking into options for drug and alcohol rehabilitation, a common and effective approach used in our city is called abstinence-based treatment. This model focuses on encouraging the individual to stop using substance entirely or going through a drug detox if they experience withdrawal symptoms, while aiming for achievable goals like strengthening recovery […]
1st Annual Running Towards Recovery 5k will Help Offset Treatment Costs When a loved one is struggling with alcoholism or substance use addiction it often can be challenging to get them to accept help. They may say that can stop on their own, or maybe not even accept they have a problem. Getting a person […]
Things have changed for the families and loved ones struggling with alcoholism and drug abuse. Trying to intervene or help will take different strategies in 2025. There was once a philosophy to help your loved ones become motivated for change, and it was simply “Leave them alone and they’ll come home.” Meaning the best motivation […]
People struggling with drug addiction and alcohol abuse often experience high levels of shame and guilt. This shame and guilt comes from doing things while we were using that we normally wouldn’t do. To some, even the fact of being physically dependent on a substance is enough to create high levels of guilt and shame. […]
If you or a loved one is ready or actively trying to get sober, please give us a call to speak with a qualified addiction treatment professional immediately.
During your initial call, an experienced staff member will help you explore which addiction treatment program is best for you, and how they help patients achieve long term sobriety.
Call us now or fill out a contact form and we’ll be in touch to answer your questions. Please keep in mind you do not have to be ready to come in today or even next month.
