Although taking heroin for the first time probably didn’t include a lot of forethought or planning, the choice to go through a heroin detox does. Quitting your habit can change your life for the better, but going through the withdrawal process is intense. It’s something you should never do on your own, and it’s something...Read More

For many of us, there are few things more relaxing than sitting back and enjoying a good movie. As we relish in the sweet escape from everyday life that a good movie provides, we also relish in its power to spark our emotions and make us laugh until we cry. Yet, movies don’t need to...Read More

When the opioid epidemic hit the United States, Ohio residents were hit particularly hard. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Ohio had the second-highest rate of drug overdose deaths attributed to opioids in the country in 2017, with a rate of 39.2 deaths per 100,000 people. One huge contributor to these deaths was...Read More

As you jump into the new year, it is important to create space for mental health self-care. If you’re not quite sure where to start, these self-care quotes are here to give you some guidance. 1. “Self-care is an attitude that says, ‘I am responsible for myself.’” – Melody Beattie, author of Codependent No More...Read More

The first year of sobriety can be an emotional rollercoaster. It may feel especially difficult to stay sober during the holidays. For most people, balancing holiday events, family gatherings, and many responsibilities, along with added financial pressure can make it tempting to use, especially if you’re newly sober. But you can fight back against these...Read More

In the best-case scenarios, navigating health insurance and Medicare can be challenging. Many patients aren’t sure what drug rehab services are covered, or if/how Medicare covers detox. Thankfully, we are here as a resource for all of these questions and more. In this article, we’ll explain whether or not Medicare covers detox and give you...Read More

Making the decision to seek treatment for yourself or to assist a loved one is a challenging task to start with. While mental health care is vital, affording it can be challenging. This article will outline how much recovery costs by examining the often frustrating and confusing financial side of rehab. How Much Does Rehab...Read More

Continuity of care is an extremely important aspect of any and every rehabilitation program. It doesn’t matter if you’re dealing with a mental illness, an addiction, or a combination thereof. If you want what you’ve learned in rehabilitation to stick with you throughout your lifetime, you and your provider need to plan for your long-term...Read More

Alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction are common in the United States. Nearly 6% of American adults and 2% of American adolescents suffer from an alcohol use disorder. Alcohol abuse claims an estimated 88,000 American lives annually. In 2010, it cost the nation $249 billion dollars. Despite these health and economic consequences, less than 7% of...Read More

If the symptoms of your mental health or addiction issue don’t warrant the use of an inpatient treatment center, you may want to consider outpatient treatment. If this is the case, one of your options is an intensive outpatient treatment program, or IOP. The Woods at Parkside conducts two different IOPs. In this article, we’ll...Read More