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How to Pay for Addiction Treatment

12/23/2019

The Simple Dollar:
How to Pay for Addiction Treatment
by Trent Hamm

"If you or a loved one has faced addiction, you’re not alone. One in seven Americans will face substance addiction in their lives, according to USA Today. However, only 10% of those people will ever receive treatment.

Addiction is caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, psychological problems, the type of drug, and trauma, among other things. It can build slowly over time and become a chemical craving for the substance.

One of the major barriers to treatment is cost. According to recovery.org, inpatient treatment can cost between $2,000 and $25,000 for a 30-day program. Outpatient treatment can range from free to $10,000, and detox can range from $300 to $800 a day."

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First Responder Substance Abuse and Mental Health Resources

12/21/2019

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The Recovery Village:
First Responder Substance Abuse and Mental Health Resources

"Firefighters, paramedics, and police officers are often the first on the scene of a traumatic event but too often. They are also often the last to heal. A career dedicated to protecting and serving others may leave minimal time for self-care in addition to being frequently exposed to trauma. The unique pressures experienced by these first responders lead to a high occurrence of substance use and mental health disorders.
The physical and psychological injuries sustained on the job contribute to high levels of chronic stress, which may manifest as mental health disorders like depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These diagnoses are commonly associated with higher rates of substance use. While many first responders may not admit to substance use due to fear of being stigmatized or losing their career, there is likely a high percentage of substance use in this population."

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What is PTSD?

12/20/2019

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The Recovery Village: What is PTSD?

"As mental health becomes a more open subject, people are having more conversations about the impact of varying conditions. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an important condition to discuss since it impacts so many people around the world.
What is PTSD? You may have seen the acronym PTSD before and wondered what it meant. Post-traumatic stress disorder can seem like a mental health disorder that’s too complicated to understand, but it only takes a few moments to learn about the disorder and how it impacts people. By taking the time to understand what PTSD is, you’re taking a step toward helping the many people who live with it because you’re showing them that you care about what they struggle with."

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Why Some People are ALWAYS Running Late!

12/19/2019

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BBC Worklife, Laura Clarke:
Why Some People are Always Running Late!

"Confession: I am a late person. At least, one in recovery. In fact, I’ve repeatedly, and embarrassingly, missed the deadline for this article. I’d love to pretend this is some journalistic form of ‘method’ acting. It is not.
I know I’m not alone. We all know that person: there’s the child minder who is always late, the colleague who misses every deadline, even if just by a few hours, the friend you must tell to arrive 30 minutes earlier than she needs to for your lunch reservation."

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Trent Hamm: A Recipe for Holiday Success!

12/19/2019

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The Simple Dollar: Trent Hamm:
A Recipe for Holiday Success.

Don’t worry about the “perfect meal.” Just make a good meal that people will like and don’t sweat perfection.
Don’t worry about the “perfect gift.” Just get them something they’ll like, then spend some time with them catching up and really listening to them.
Don’t worry about the “perfect decor.” Just make it pleasant and fill it with people.
Don’t worry about the “perfect photo.” The one you’ll treasure is one that was captured on the fly anyway.
Instead, Give a little attention. Give a little time. Give a little focus. Give a little thought. That stuff is the stuff that lasts, not a gift that won’t be remembered in a month or an over-the-top meal that will be forgotten in a week.
Never forget that you can’t buy love, you can only make it. You can’t buy special moments, you can only make them. They come from you, not from your wallet.
Dump your stress at the door. Make a simple meal so you can spend time with people. Don’t spend a ton or stress a lot about a gift, just get something simple that they’ll like.

Don’t lose the meaning of all of this.

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Identifying Addictive Behavior

12/19/2019

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The Recovery Village:
Identifying Addictive Behavior

"A person who is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction can feel alone, afraid and powerless. Without the support of friends and family, addiction can be difficult to confront and manage. However, friends and family may also feel unequipped and underprepared to help someone overcome addiction.
With education and a willing spirit, however, friends and family members can support someone who faces addiction in finding (and staying in) treatment and maintaining a healthy way of life after rehab."

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How to Pay for Addiction Treatment

First Responder Substance Abuse and Mental Health Resources

What is PTSD?

Why Some People are ALWAYS Running Late!

Trent Hamm: A Recipe for Holiday Success!

Identifying Addictive Behavior

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