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Feb 1, 2023
How to Help a Friend Dealing with Substance Use Disorder
Trying to help a friend with a substance use disorder can be challenging. It’s often difficult to initiate an effective conversation regarding their addiction and…
Feb 1, 2023
Your Addiction Expert: Narcan
January 28, 2023This week’s host, Sara Rivera, Director of Nursing at Raritan Bay shares important information on what Narcan is, how to use, when to…
Jan 31, 2023
What Are the Negative Health Effects of Chronic Meth Use?
Methamphetamine, commonly known as “meth” or “ice,” is a potent stimulant drug that has increased in popularity in the United States and worldwide. According to…
Jan 31, 2023
What Does Cannabis Legalization Mean for Illinois Drug Use?
The legalization of cannabis in Illinois has created a lot of questions about what it might mean for drug use in the state. With the…
Jan 27, 2023
Your Addiction Expert: A Typical Day in Treatment
January 27, 2023Steve Wicke, CEO, Recovery Centers of America at Devon, discusses what a typical day in treatment looks like at RCA. From physical detox toparticipation in a wide variety of therapies individually and in groups, you will work with your treatment team planning your continuum of carethroughout your recovery.
Jan 20, 2023
What to Look for in an Addiction Treatment Center
January 14, 2023Steve Wicke, CEO of Devon, summarizes what are the most important things to look for in a good treatment facility. Accreditation and licensure,…
Jan 19, 2023
What Does Intervention Look Like
January 7, 2023RCA Director of Intervention, Rob Strauber, shares why an intervention with a certified interventionist might be an important first step if a loved…
Jan 19, 2023
Recovery Centers of America Shares Dry January Tips for Living and Learning
Yahoo.com picked up our release in its entirety on 1/18/23.Recovery Centers of America (RCA), Recovery Centers of America (RCA), one of the premier substance use…
Jan 12, 2023
How Family Can Play an Important Role in Addiction Recovery
Addiction doesn’t just affect the individual struggling with it but also those around them. The behaviors and consequences of addiction can take a toll on…
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