Sober living through addiction treatment is a lifestyle. At Alina Lodge, we encourage you to set sober resolutions for yourself so that you can move forward in your recovery. Detox is only the first step in your treatment process. Every step you take in your recovery will build on the previous one. If you have…
When you want to help an alcoholic in your life, it’s not always clear what to do. When you are dealing with substance abuse, denial is common. Your loved one might not believe they have an addiction to alcohol and feel as though they can drink socially. At Alina Lodge, we understand that sometimes you…
A spouse, sibling, child, or parent is using alcohol. You know it’s out of control. What do you do? Alcohol abuse changes families and people so much that it’s hard to know how to help an alcoholic. You have the best of intentions, but they don’t seem to understand that. When it comes to finding…
How can you enjoy a sober holiday season? In the past, you may have spent time with friends or family drinking or using drugs. It was normal for you to find a way to hang out and just have fun. Now that you are focused on sober living, things are a bit more difficult than…
Do you struggle with insomnia and alcoholism? These conditions often occur together. When you are battling the need to sleep but cannot do so, or alcohol consumption seems to dominate your day, it’s time to get help. At Alina Lodge, our alcohol rehab program helps you manage these side effects and give you the tools…
In drug and alcohol treatment, you may find it rather easy to stay sober. You don’t have access to these substances. You also feel more confident because you’re surrounded by people who are supporting and guiding you. You’re also better at managing your stressors while living in a residential facility. Staying sober after rehab may…
Many factors can contribute to addiction. It’s never a simple process to start on the path to addiction or the path to recovery. One of the steps you should take is understanding what the stages of addiction are. When you do, you’ll have the ability to understand what it’s going to take to overcome it…
The length of stay at an addiction treatment facility can vary from place to place. Some treatment programs are two weeks or even thirty days long. To some, this may appear to be an adequate amount of time to complete a treatment plan and get back into day-to-day life. For some people, this length of…
Heroin abuse is one of the most devastating types of addiction. Individuals struggling with this addiction are likely to find it very hard to stop using even if they want to. That’s due to heroin withdrawal, the process that your body goes through to rid the body of these toxic chemicals and substances. If you…
Is there someone in your life who uses alcohol often but who still seems to go to work and live a “normal” life? They may be a functioning alcoholic. They cannot go without alcohol, but they think they balance everything in their lives just right. When alcohol addiction is present, many people find that they…
Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can threaten your health and your life. If you or someone you care about has an alcohol use disorder, it’s time to get help from the compassionate professionals at Alina Lodge in New Jersey. In our alcohol addiction treatment program, we make a point of individualizing each of our student’s treatment plans…
Psychological dependence is one of the most misunderstood components of addiction and dependency as a whole. Many people believe they have an addiction, and that’s all there is to it. Yet, substance use disorders, in all forms, are complex. At Alina Lodge, we aim to provide you with the information and addiction treatment tools you…
Do you think about drugs or alcohol daily? Do you find it nearly impossible not to use them? If that is the case, you may have a physical dependence on them. A brief explanation for dependence like this is that your body seems to crave and require the use of that drug. This is one…
If you suffer from substance abuse addiction and a mental condition, you have co-occurring disorders. To be effective, your treatment must address both of your issues. At Alina Lodge in New Jersey, our dual diagnosis treatment center provides comprehensive addiction therapy to help you move forward and make progress on your overall mental health. What…
When taken in high doses, heroin can be fatal. Therefore, knowing the primary heroin overdose symptoms is important for anyone struggling with heroin addiction or who lives with someone who is. If you notice the signs of heroin addiction, call 911 or your local emergency medical services immediately. If you are struggling with addiction, or…
Drug overdose is one very concerning risk factor for anyone dealing with drug abuse. Overdosing, whether accidental or intentional, can create a severe health crisis and can even cause death. The team at Alina Lodge is here to help anyone in the New Jersey area who is struggling with drug abuse. So we’ve put together…
A sober living program — sometimes referred to as a “transitional living facility” or a “halfway house” — provides individuals with the time, safety, and support they need before returning to independent living at home. This type of program creates a bridge between residential rehab and “real life” in your home community. In sober living,…
For some people, having a glass of alcohol every day doesn’t create addiction. This is not the case, however, for everyone. In fact, tens of millions of Americans struggle with alcohol use problems, and sadly, most of them will not get the help they need. There’s no amount of alcohol that can be considered entirely…
Heroin is a dangerous, highly addictive, illicit drug. Because it is a type of opioid, heroin can create addiction with only a few uses. Even worse, it is increasingly being mixed with other drugs, including the highly dangerous fentanyl, creating a high risk of overdose. If you or your loved one have the signs of…
When choosing a drug and alcohol treatment center, there are many factors to keep in mind. The quality of the programs offered and the innovative solutions provided are essential. It is also vital to choose a place you feel comfortable in and one where you can open up to deal with your addiction. At Alina…