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What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program?

When you are ready to start recovering from a substance use disorder, you face numerous options. You can access addiction treatment as an inpatient or outpatient. A program that combines elements of both is called an intensive outpatient program (IOP). What is IOP for addiction? It is a great option for addiction treatment that lets you continue to live and sleep at home while receiving a higher level of care…
Miki Finn
June 11, 2022
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How Long Does CBT Take?

When you are suffering from a mental health or substance use disorder – or both – and have decided to seek health and recovery, you may want to know what you’re in for. If you have heard that cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is effective for addiction, you heard correctly. So now you ask, “How long does CBT take?” The good news is that CBT is a goal-oriented, time-limited therapy that follows…
Miki Finn
June 9, 2022
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Preparing for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Dr. Aaron T. Beck developed cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) at the University of Pennsylvania in the 1960s. He based his work on studies done by psychologist Albert Ellis in the 1950s. Ellis is considered one of the founders of cognitive therapy, and Beck is the one who joined cognitive principles with behaviorism. Early researchers into both cognitive and behavioral therapies understood the link between actions and a person's beliefs and thoughts.…
Miki Finn
June 7, 2022
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How Long Does DBT Take?

One of the most effective therapies for treating a substance use disorder is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). This behavioral therapy was developed in the 1980s and inspired by cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). It was originally intended for severe mental health disorders. However, it soon became clear that DBT was effective for addiction as well. A Pennsylvania dialectical behavior therapy program can be found at Naaman (Naaman), where our experienced, trained mental…
Miki Finn
June 5, 2022
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Preparing for Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Thousands of Americans struggle with addiction every day. Each has a personal story to tell about their substance use and how it has affected their lives, careers, relationships, and financial security. Unfortunately, only around 10% of those who could benefit from addiction treatment receive it. If you or someone you care about struggles with a substance use disorder, congratulations on looking for information about addiction therapy. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)…
Miki Finn
June 3, 2022
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Outpatient vs. Inpatient Program

Over 20 million Americans over the age of 12 suffer from a substance use disorder. Only a few of them receive professional addiction treatment. There are many reasons for that, ranging from barriers created by stigma to lack of information about what is available. At Pennsylvania Adult and Teen Challenge (PAATC), we want to get the word out to as many people as possible that help is available. One of…
Miki Finn
May 16, 2022
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What Can an Intensive Outpatient Program Help With?

The numerous ways to engage in addiction rehab can be confusing at first. There are residential, outpatient, and intensive outpatient programs. In an outpatient program, you live at home and engage in treatment when you visit the rehab center during set times during the week. The differences between a low-intensity and an intensive outpatient program (IOP) have to do with your weekly time commitment. Connect with us today to learn…
Miki Finn
May 13, 2022
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The Dangers of Teen Heroin Addiction

Heroin addiction is incredibly adverse and dangerous for everyone, but it's especially harmful to teenagers. The dangers of teen heroin addiction include physical health problems and behavioral and psychological issues that may lead to educational, legal, and social consequences. Getting admitted into a heroin addiction treatment program is the best course of action if a substance use disorder involving heroin or any other opioid is discovered. If you're looking for…
Miki Finn
April 28, 2022
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5 CBT Coping Strategies to Help with Stress

Even if you or a loved one isn’t struggling with addiction, you may have heard about cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). This is a form of therapeutic care that’s used in the treatment of many mental health issues. Truthfully, many professionals include teaching CBT coping strategies to their patients because CBT is traditional, evidence-based, and usually helpful. Cognitive-behavioral techniques for stress, in particular, are popular. CBT has also been found effective for…
Miki Finn
April 25, 2022
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The Importance of Alcohol Awareness Month

Overcoming addiction requires eliminating not only the physical dependence on the addictive substance but also addressing behavioral and psychological issues that have developed along with the substance use disorder. Simply quitting cold turkey at home isn’t enough to do the latter. Changing the way you behave, feel, and think is much easier with professional help — and there’s no better time to look for this than during National Alcohol Awareness…
Miki Finn
April 22, 2022
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