A Comprehensive Overview of the Typical Experiences and Activities to Help Clients Prepare Mentally and Emotionally for Their Journey Ahead Embarking on the path of inpatient treatment involves a series of steps, each essential for laying the foundation of recovery. From the initial admission process, where clients may feel vulnerable and apprehensive, to the comprehensive […]
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Helping your loved one get sober can feel intimidating. Check out this article for an overview of managed alcohol programs.
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Binge drinking rates in Canada declined from 2020 to 2021. 16.6% of the population aged 12 years or older participated in heavy drinking in 2020 compared to only 15.6% in 2021. These rates can potentially decrease even further when people seek alcoholism treatment. Getting treated for problematic drinking can reduce the risk of harmful complications, such
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Table of Contents Opioid overdoses are rising in Canada, and some experts believe the pandemic is to blame. Opioid-related fatalities increased by 96% from 2020 to 2021 alone. This trend has continued into 2022 and 2023. Mixing morphine and alcohol can be even deadlier. Both substances work to depress the brain and body’s functions. They can
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Depression rates are rising in Canada. A recent survey shows 4%–6% of Canadians experienced depression before 2019. After the pandemic, that figure increased to 10%. Depression is a serious mental health disorder that impacts mood and how people feel and think about themselves and others. Depression features symptoms like loss of enjoyment and extreme sadness. This disorder
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Alcoholism costs Ontario more than $5 billion annually. Yet, the figure does not include the cost of treatment for individuals suffering from alcohol use disorders. Private alcohol rehab in Toronto costs anywhere from $5,000 to more than $60,000. Why such a large range? Rehab centres use dozens of factors to determine the price of alcohol
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It may seem that the prevalence of cocaine use in Canada is low in comparison to other countries, but for those that struggle with addiction, the cost to quality of life is high. Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that can produce feelings of euphoria and increased energy. However, it is also very addictive. In this
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Around 14% of Canadians over 15 use opioid pain relievers. Out of that percentage, approximately 6% report misuse or abuse. Prescription opioids are one of the reasons there is an increase in overdoses. Addiction and substance use disorder can increase several health risks. If you or a loved one has a substance use disorder, you
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