How Your Body’s Microbiomes Affect Addiction
Our body’s microbiomes can have a massive effect on our physical and mental wellbeing. Find out how this new area of scientific study can help us better understand and treat addiction.
Can I Lose My Job if I Go to Rehab?
People who are considering rehab are often worried about the consequences of substance abuse on their careers. In a lot of cases, people may not seek out appropriate treatment because they are concerned that taking time off may have a negative effect on their job. The fear of losing their job and their income can…
A Guide to Rebuilding Relationships that were Damaged by Addiction
Rebuilding relationships is often an essential component of recovery and building a healthy lifestyle. Find out how you or a loved one can start to repair a relationship that was affected by addiction.
TLR’s Corbin Bigheart on Deep Water Recovery’s Podcast
The Last Resort’s own Corbin Bigheart was proud to be a part of Deep Water Recovery’s latest podcast on addiction treatment. If you would like to listen, check out our link to the podcast.
Motivational Speaker Damon West at The Last Resort
The Last Resort Recovery Center was proud to welcome motivational speaker Damon West to our campus for an informative and engaging talk. Damon is a well known motivational speaker and shares a common cause with the team at The Last Resort…
How Men’s Only Rehab Can Provide a Safe Space to Heal from Addiction
Millions of people struggle with addiction each and every day. More men abuse alcohol and drugs than women when comparing statistics. Those stats don’t tell the whole story, however, and don’t look at why it is men need a safe space to heal with other men in recovery. Find out why there are benefits to…
Consider the Pros and Cons of 90 Day Rehab for a Loved One
Research has been done that looks at the length of time people receive treatment. There are varying degrees of treatment times, depending on the individual. Many choose to attend 30, 60, or 90-day programs. Those who attend the 30-day programs can be successful if their addiction is less severe. For those with more severe addiction,…
Why People Should Consider Wilderness Therapy for Their Loved Ones with Addiction
Wilderness therapy combines nature experiences, along with some survival techniques, to develop therapy that helps people who struggle with substance use disorders, mental health, and behavior disorders. People who go outdoors focus on their self-improvement and overcome the issue of difficult behaviors and coping mechanisms. The goal is to foster personal and social responsibility while…
A Brief History of the 12-Step Process of Recovery
Doing the 12-steps is not a dance, although some may think of it as such. It is part of a journey some decide to take in recovery. In early recovery, it may not be well known how the 12-steps came to be what they are. When they understand the origin, it helps them understand how…
Find Out What Drugs Typically Require Medically Assisted Detox
Detox is one of the first steps in treatment for drug and alcohol abuse. It involves the removal of toxins from the bloodstream. One of the indicators of addiction is when withdrawal symptoms start-up once drugs cease to be in the body. Although the effects range from mild to severe, the fact they are present…