According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the definition of “recovery” from substance use disorder (SUD) is a working definition. It is designed to be flexible and change as new research affects how we view the recovery process. In the same way, the meaning of recovery also changes based on the […]
Traditional treatment programs focus on eliminating substance use. While sobriety is an important part of treatment, long-term recovery is not just about the addiction itself. Various components of your life must be addressed and supported to help you thrive in your life. One area of importance in recovery that is overlooked is the value of
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Many traditional treatment centers think of recovery as having a clear beginning and ending. These traditional ideas of sobriety view getting sober as recovery. While sobriety is an important part of the journey, no longer using substances does not address how addiction entered your life or how it has impacted your life. As the National
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Healing from addiction is an individualized and challenging road. However, with effective treatment, you can heal and recover long-term. One of the primary aspects of long-term recovery is structure, both in treatment and after. At Rancho Recovery, your treatment includes a structured approach that helps you to learn what type and style of structure can
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