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Education Of Dangers Of Gateway Drug Use Leads To Decreased Need For Drug Rehab

When it comes to educating parents on the dangers of gateway drug use, it’s true that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Teenagers often times develop the attitude of “it’s only a cigarette. It’s only one drink. It’s only one puff.” Unfortunately, many of those same teenagers fall into a cycle of abuse, with the next hit being greater in quantity and greater in effect than the last one. That’s why it’s so important to educate parents on the dangers of the use of the four major gateway drugs: tobacco, alcohol, inhalants and marijuana.

“There are very few addicts who began abusing hard drugs initially,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . “And, that goes for alcoholics as well. An individual doesn’t suddenly wake up one day and think ‘I think I’ll go shoot up some heroine today’ or ‘I think I’ll drink a gallon of vodka today’. It starts with experimentation and generally speaking, experimentation with one of four major gateway drugs. Once those substances begin to lose their psychological, physical and emotional effects the desire for more, swells. The individual then looks at what else is out there to satisfy that hunger for more and, what started off as a seemingly innocent one-time puff of marijuana or a couple of occasional drinks, becomes a downward spiral towards full-fledged drug abuse. The important thing for parents to remember is that it’s never just one innocent puff or drink. Teenagers who begin experimenting, evolve into young adults with a potentially serious problem. It’s important for parents to learn how to talk with their children about the dangers of gateway drug use so that they can prevent the need for future drug addiction treatment.”

One of the most important things a parent can do to prevent their teenager from experimenting with gateway drugs is to model the behavior they are wanting their teenager to exhibit. For example, if a parent who smokes wants their child to abstain from smoking, they’ll either need to kick the habit themselves. They could also get their teenager actively involved in the cessation process: explain the dangers of smoking, why it’s important to quit and also share their struggles as they are trying to quit themselves. As uncomfortable as it may seem and as much as teenagers protest, they really do prefer honesty and nothing is more honest than transparency during the process.

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Varied Drug Addiction Experts Form Cohesive Innovative Recovery Team

Drug rehabs in America may be plentiful, but rarely are any as unique and innovative as what you’ll find at Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . Just by walking onto the grounds of this expansive, idyllic facility, you’ll begin to see that it’s far from ordinary.

From the moment you enter the colonial style architecture, you’ll sense a difference. The facility is tastefully furnished, blending right into the peaceful, private 39 acres it’s situated on. The staff is multi-disciplined and highly skilled in their area of expertise, always exuding the compassion and care that Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is known for.

“Our vision began with focusing on a way to build an evidenced based drug addiction treatment program that was unlike anything currently available,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside. “We decided that the best way for us to do that was to put together a multi-disciplinary team consisting of licensed and certified counselors and social workers, an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Registered Nurse and a Psychiatrist. Some of our counselors are dedicated to diagnosing an individual’s addiction history; others are focused on relapse prevention, education and issues that are gender-specific. We have a group of counselors that also work within our Mind-Body-Spirit and Yoga program, helping a person deal with the stresses that, often times, can trigger relapse. There’s also a team that is dedicated to focusing on group and individual responsibilities through our Adventure Based Initiatives program. And finally, we have another team that focuses solely on developing a plan for aftercare and continued support. Although each specific group of professionals fulfills a specific role within the recovery process, all work together to form a cohesive team of drug rehab professionals whose cumulative experience is unsurpassed by any other drug addiction treatment center. This team works together with the client to insure that he/she receives an individualized treatment plan that is created specifically to meet his/her needs.”

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Drug Rehab Center Offers Affordable Drug Rehabilitation

Long before health care reform battles between lawmakers ensued, a highly regarded facility in Connecticut addressed one of the very problems that lies at the core of individuals getting the help they need to recover from drug addiction: treatment costs.

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center began its quest to provide innovative, affordable addiction treatment over 12 years ago- and they have succeeded. Affordable costs and innovative treatment plans are why individuals from all over the world continue to seek treatment at this intimate facility. Situated on 39 sprawling acres at the base of a private mountain in the foothills of the Berkshires, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center provides an ideal location for the recovery process to begin.

“The per diem costs at our facility are about one-third of the costs of other drug rehab facilities,” states a spokesperson for Mountainside. “Recognizing one of the biggest barriers to treatment is cost, we designed a program that is affordable for most people and their families. At just $360 daily, we offer comprehensive, innovative approaches to recovery, in a setting that is second-to-none.”

A drug addiction treatment program consists of an individual, comprehensive evaluation of the person entering rehab. By evaluating past behaviors and current attitudes towards treatment, the professional team at Mountainside creates a plan that addresses the needs of each particular person, increasing the chance of successful recovery. Drug addiction treatment at Mountainside begins with one-on-one counseling, coupled with evidence based, innovative and traditional 12-step therapies. Treatment plans are monitored for their effectiveness and are flexible, based on an individual’s needs.

For nearly two decades, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has led the way in offering individualized alcohol and drug addiction treatment programs. Mountainside’s licensed and certified counselors, social workers and treatment team strive to provide quality, compassionate care to each individual in a tranquil, peaceful environment conducive to optimal recovery.

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Innovative Drug Rehab Facility Offers Cocaine Addiction Treatment

Cocaine addiction is growing at an alarming rate worldwide and is, perhaps, one of the most difficult drug addictions for an individual to overcome. Treatment requires a unique perspective along with a true understanding of the addiction in order to be able to help an individual get into recovery.

“All interventions for drug addiction are always tough, but with cocaine addiction, it seems particularly so,” states a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . “The high experienced from cocaine is really like no other. It often gives the user a superhero complex where they believe that they can conquer and/or do things a rational individual wouldn’t. It’s difficult to intervene in that situation because you’re asking a person to give up those “super powers”, even if those powers are only imagined. Many times, the cocaine addict’s self-esteem is tightly connected to that superhero feeling and when they enter into drug rehab, their ego takes a huge a hit, taking their self-worth with it. That’s why it’s important to have the proper support in place to help them understand that their value of self has nothing to do with the feeling they get from using cocaine.”

Recognizing the symptoms of cocaine addiction is paramount to saving the cocaine addict from a certain death. If you notice spurts of euphoria, nosebleeds or an excessive runny nose, dilated pupils, restlessness, inability to sit still, paranoia, hallucinations, periods of unexplained mania or tremors, you friend or loved one may be addicted to cocaine. Enlisting the help of caring professionals is your best course of action.

For nearly two decades, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has led the way in offering individualized alcohol and drug addiction treatment programs. As Mountainside’s licensed and certified counselors, social workers and treatment team serve, they strive to provide quality, compassionate care to each individual in a tranquil, peaceful environment conducive to optimal recovery.

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The Effects Of OTC Drug Abuse

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has mounted a campaign to educate parents on the dangerous effects of OTC drug abuse that is growing at an alarming rate among teens.

Many parents don’t realize the dangers of OTC drug abuse and some actually think that since the medication is legal and accessible at the local corner pharmacy, there really is no danger. A medicine of particular concern is cough syrup containing dextromethorphan (also called DXM). When large quantities of this particular drug are ingested, your teen may feel the type of euphoria that is generally associated with illicit drugs.

While the complications may seem minor on the surface, they can range from vomiting, confusion, nausea, slurred speech all the way up to heart and breathing difficulties. Parents may brush aside these incidents and chalk them up to “teen experimentation”; however, it’s this very attitude that causes teens to fall into the trap of drug addiction as the cough syrup merely serves as a gateway drug—a doorway that leads to other serious drug abuse that will require drug addiction treatment for your teen.

“This problem doesn’t seem to be slowing down”, says a spokesperson from Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center. “The more talk there is about the simplicity of acquisition, the more teenagers are seeking to obtain this OTC drug. Many states have enacted laws that require you to obtain this type of cough syrup by inquiring at the pharmacy. It’s not that it’s a prescription or a controlled substance, but by keeping it behind the counter, they are able to regulate how many bottles can be purchased at a time, which is a very good thing.”

The most important thing a parent can do to guard against OTC drug abuse or any drug abuse is to be on constant guard, watching for any abnormal behavior or any new routines that just don’t make sense. Being arrmed with preventative information decreases the likelihood of a parent unknowingly waking up one day to a teen addicted to drugs.

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Holistic Approach Lends Itself To Drug Rehab

Over a decade ago, Mountainside Treatment Center set a standard for drug rehabs all over the world by offering personalized treatment plans for each individual who seeks drug addiction treatment at their facility.

Each treatment plan is approached holistically, addressing the full needs of the individual including Mind, Body and Spirit. This type of approach was unheard of prior to Mountainside’s ground-breaking efforts however, it’s proved to not only be a viable treatment model but a highly successful one as well.

Incorporating facets of traditional drug rehabs such as 12-step programs, individual counseling sessions and group sessions, Mountainside goes one step further and offers programs that reconnect the Mind, Body and Spirit. This innovative addiction treatment approach has found universal appeal in many drug rehabs.

Typically, an addicted person arrives at the point of drug addiction treatment completely disconnected and out of touch with reality as well as themselves. Their addiction has become an all-consuming monster and has not only psychologically but also physiologically created a disconnect between the mind and body function. Utilizing methods such as Yoga, Tai Chi and meditation helps the addicted individual begin integrating their total selves back into the life they had prior to becoming addicted.

Environment plays a part in the Mind, Body, Spirit connection. In order to be successful within this realm, the individual must exist in a stress-free, tranquil environment for the reconnections to begin. Chaos is the one true enemy of recovery. Mountainside’s colonial setting at the base of the mountains lends itself as a perfect location for recovery to begin and for the Mind, Body, Spirit program to work.

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Connecticut Alcoholism Treatment Program Offers Comprehensive Approach To Treating Addictions

On a quiet afternoon, you can find a variety of individuals from all walks of life actively participating in Mountainside Addiction Treatment Center’s variety of programs. But, from an outsider’s perspective, you would never know that the activities these individuals are participating in, actually equip them for life-long continued self-recovery from their addictions.

Connecticut Alcoholism Treatment Program Offers Comprehensive Approach To Treating Addictions

Nestled in the foothills of the Berkshires, this unassuming facility specializes in offering comprehensive treatment programs for those struggling with addictions.

“In the early 90’s, we pioneered a program that set the standard for other drug rehab and alcohol treatment centers worldwide,” states a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment center. “We realized the importance of true comprehensive treatment options for individuals. We took that vision, developed a team of caring, compassionate, professionals ranging from Licensed and Certified Alcohol and Drug Rehab Counselors, Psychiatrist and Nurse Practitioners, to a Spiritual Advisor and Mind Body Spirit Program Director. All of these individuals work together, coordinating a unique treatment program that addresses each individuals’ needs, while combining traditional addiction treatment therapies with holistic approaches to aid in self-recovery.”

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Courtney Love Isn’t Alone When It Comes To Rumors Of Drug Addiction

Courtney Love is facing a problem that many stars and public figures experience when they encounter problems – complete loss of privacy. Issues such as drug addiction and alcoholism recovery often rest on a principle of anonymity, for Love and many like her – their solution is different. Love’s public history with drug abuse has spanned over a decade and has affected many areas of her life, most recently rumored to be the cause for the loss of custody of her daughter. Courtney is under constant public scrutiny. The loss of anonymity that stars experience often complicates an individual’s recovery, however many do recover.

Love’s most recent online rants regarding her daughter have caused her fans to believe she has fallen back into the drug scene. Courtney maintains that she is sober and her life has changed since her 2006 house arrest for violating an order for a previous court-mandated drug addiction treatment program.

“We certainly hope that Ms. Love has gotten the appropriate drug addiction treatment and that she continues to maintain her sobriety”, a spokesperson for Mountainside Center states. “When you’re a star who is trying to stay in recovery and you are continually scrutinized for every move you make, the path to sobriety is often a challenging one. We understand those pressures and the pitfalls one can easily fall into, especially when they do not have the luxury of anonymity. No matter how much despair one feels, there really is hope—there really is a remedy. We all hope the best for Courtney and her daughter”.

For nearly two decades, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has led the way in offering individualized alcohol and drug addiction treatment programs. Pioneers in affordable drug addiction treatment, Mountainside combines cutting edge therapies with holistic treatment methods including inclusion of traditional 12-step therapies. As Mountainside’s licensed and certified counselors, social workers and treatment team serve, they strive to provide quality, compassionate care to each individual in a tranquil, peaceful environment conducive to optimal recovery.

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Hollywood Drug Addiction Increases Number of Drug Rehabs

The bright lights and big city of Hollywood attracts young people in throngs with promises of fulfilled dreams and a charmed life. While the draw and the excitement initially seems like everything they could have hoped for, nowadays there’s a darker side—a side that is becoming synonymous with something other than fame.

“Hollywood is a hot bed of drug addiction”, a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center states. “With money and power, comes responsibility—responsibility that many find themselves unable to deal with. When arriving in Hollywood, they just can’t imagine a life other than what they had dreamed—a life of glamour, of fame, of fortune. They don’t realize the pressure that surrounds all of those things. When they finally realize their dreams, that unexpected pressure can cause an implosion and, instead of dealing with it in a healthy, productive way, many choose the easy way out—a way to numb themselves, a way to temporarily escape. And, often times that temporary escape becomes a permanent way of life until either they get into serious legal trouble or until someone who is genuinely concerned intervenes and gives them a wake-up call. They soon discover that their money can buy just about anything—except the one thing that truly eludes them: happiness.”

“California’s drug rehab centers are growing at an unprecedented rate and the catalyst for this growth is unrelenting.” Until there is a fundamental change in the Hollywood | Los Angeles party mentality, the only answer to its ever-increasing problem is effective drug rehab centers.

For nearly two decades, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has led the way in offering individualized alcohol and drug addiction treatment programs. Pioneers in affordable drug rehab, Mountainside combines cutting edge therapies with holistic treatment methods including inclusion of traditional 12-step therapies. As Mountainside’s licensed and certified counselors, social workers and treatment team serve, they strive to provide quality, compassionate care to each individual in a tranquil, peaceful environment conducive to optimal recovery.

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Health Care Reform Hangs In The Balance

Health care reform hangs in the balance. 1 in 6 Americans are uninsured. Health care costs are skyrocketing. With all of these factors, it’s no wonder that individuals who desperately need drug rehab believe they are unable to afford it.

It is estimated that the average daily stay in a drug addiction treatment program is $1,250, a cost that’s prohibitive to most addicts. Factor in the lack of credible information available to drug users and those two things just add to the growing list of reasons why individuals don’t seek the treatment that could definitively change their lives.

For the past 12 years, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has been providing affordable drug addiction treatment to those who may not be able to otherwise afford it. Their programs are cutting-edge, intuitive, flexible and empathetic- all the qualities of a top-rate residential program.

“Over a decade ago, we established ourselves as providers of quality drug addiction treatment. In addition, we were pioneers in providing affordable drug rehab in a comfortable, beautiful and relaxing environment. Those ideals have remained constant and today we are still determined to provide the best, most affordable drug treatment program available. At a per diem cost of $360, other programs pale in comparison. We’ve set out to help people recover from the addictions that prevent them from becoming productive assets to society. By providing quality, personalized care at a rate that is affordable for most, we believe we’ve put individuals in the position to become the best they can be. The next step is up to them.”

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is a comprehensive and innovative provider of treatment for individuals suffering from drug addiction and alcoholism.  Mountainside’s licensed and certified counselors, social workers and clinical treatment team and staff are dedicated to providing an unsurpassed treatment experience to its clients. With diverse areas of expertise, the treatment team works collaboratively with each client and their family to ensure that an individualized treatment plan is designed that will treat not just the symptoms, but the whole individual. With professionalism and compassion, each client is guided through every stage of recovery and encouraged to participate in a wide variety of evidence-based and cutting edge innovative treatment options.

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Mountainside Cites That Heroin And Opiate Use Is On The Rise

The numbers of individuals entering inpatient drug rehab for heroin and opiate addiction continues to increase. In Afghanistan and Pakistan the opium (heroin) trade is tightly controlled by al Qaeda and the Taliban, and despite the war the efforts, the production of heroin and opium has dramatically increased – heroin is still dirt-cheap and readily purchased on the streets of Kabul and sold in short distance of military barracks. This phenomena has caused many analysts to be alarmed that our troops, reacting to the stress of war and ease of access of drugs, may develop drug habits like many of the soldiers in the Vietnam era.

The prevalence of cheap heroin has become a major issue in this country for teenagers who have begun experimenting with the drug as it is often cheaper and easier to buy than alcohol. Last year more than 46 people died from heroin overdoses in Nassau County, NY – this represents a 75 percent year over year increase. One of these individuals was Natalie Ciappa, a National Honor Society member at her high school on Long Island.

Recently, this past Wed, more than 1,000 parents gathered at a hosted forum in Smithtown, NY to voice their support and concern for the drug problem.

Directly correlated to the increase in heroin addiction has been the number of deaths by people using methadone. Many individuals who enter heroin rehab, also have tried methadone. A recent study published by the National Drug Intelligence Center (DIC indicates a 390% increase in deaths due to methadone since 1999. Increase in methadone deaths attributed to the drugs emerging popularity for use with chronic pain sufferers as well as increased diversion (stealing from legitimate sources and diverting to the street for illegal consumption).

The highest overdose rate was experienced among those between the ages of 15 – 24.

Opiate addiction or dependence which is recognized as a central nervous system disorder, can affect anyone from any walk of life. Opiate addiction is essentially what happens after someone intakes opiods such as Heroin, Oxycontin, Percocet and others for extended periods of time causing the brain to stop producing the vital chemical dopamine (the body’s natural response to pain as well as other physical activities) which in turn causes an uncontrollable urge for that person to have to ingest more of the drug they had been taking just to feel “normal”.

Opiate dependence while chemically the same as addiction more often occurs in people who have suffered from chronic or severe pain and have to be on this type of medication for an extended period of time. Normally to avoid any unpleasant effects the person’s physician will taper them off of the medication so the patient’s brain function has a chance to return to normal. Once the brain is actively producing dopamine and as long as the patient is no longer in pain, the medication is no longer medically needed.

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has been helping people recover from alcoholism for over 12 years. Located in Connecticut, just north of New York City, its national program continues to help people from all over the country.

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New Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Website By Mountainside

Mountainside Treatment Center, a drug and alcohol addiction treatment center located in the northwest corner of Connecticut has launched a new informative web site in order to make more information about addiction and the treatment of addiction more accessible to the general public. The new website is designed to be easy to use and navigate, while still providing volumes of information to the end user. The new site is comprised of the newest and best technology available and is aimed at making the web experience as pleasant as possible. For many, this is the first glimpse of what Mountainside has to offer, so making the information accessible was one of the primary goals. Finding a suitable drug or alcohol rehabilitation center can be a difficult task, often, an informative and easy to use website makes this a less time consuming task; which allows the client more time to make the right decision.

Mountainside’s new site offers information on several important addiction related topics as well as information regarding its professional and credentialed staff and facility. The new drug rehab and alcoholism treatment center website contains information on heroin addiction, cocaine addiction, methamphetamine addiction, alcoholism, prescription drug dependence and addiction along with several other informative articles.

Information on the facility is abundant and contains many photographs from Mountainsides grounds. There is a section that introduces the clinical treatment team and provides the opportunity for people to become more familiar with the facility and its offerings. There are also powerful search functions which give web users the ability to find only the information that they are seeking.

Mountainside Drug Rehab Center’s focus and commitment over the years has been to the quality of its drug rehabilitation and alcoholism treatment program. Mountainside’s unique drug rehab program includes Individual and Group Counseling; Therapeutic Challenge; Addressing Nicotine Addiction; 12-Step Education and Meetings; Spiritual Enhancement including Guided Meditation, Yoga, Hypnosis, a Native American Stone Peoples Lodge; Family Counseling; Work Therapy; Adventure-Based Counseling; Writing, Art and Music Workshops. Working with their counselors, residents are able to take advantage of a long list of treatment initiatives designed to appeal to individual tastes and preferences. One of the tenets of its individualized drug addiction rehab program is to get people fully engaged in their recoveries.

Its licensed and credentialed counselors and clinical staff include two Advanced Nurse Practitioners who are specialists in drug addiction and alcoholism treatment. The highly capable drug addiction treatment team is dedicated to providing compassionate and quality alcohol and drug treatment. In these hard economic times – Mountainside Drug Rehab is there to help. Please contact us at the number below or visit its website at (www.mountainside.org/drug-rehab).

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Common Misconceptions Regarding Underlying Medical Risks Associated With Substance Abuse And Alcoholism

Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center Mountainside announced has identified common misconceptions regarding underlying and peripheral medical risks associated with drug addiction and alcohol abuse. Despite the volumes of information on these matters, there is a seemingly large body of people unaware of the extent of the danger that active addiction or alcoholism poses.

Recent studies have shown that besides the immediate and obvious health risks of being addicted to alcohol or drugs, there are other medical problems that can arise as a direct or indirect result of a person’s substance abuse. It is common knowledge that an alcoholic is in danger of cirrhosis of the liver, heart disease and pancreatitis. These are the obvious ailments. There is also the risk for making poor decisions such as getting behind the wheel while intoxicated. This decision has the power to not only affect the substance abusers health but also endangers the lives of others. What is not as apparent are the risks associated with things that a person may do when drunk that they would never do while sober; such as being sexually promiscuous which can lead to conditions like HIV, AIDS as well as a list of other possibilities. It is by addressing these issues that the substance abuse treatment center helps the individual suffering from addiction to recover and become educated about the drug and alcohol rehabilitation process.

People who abuse illicit drugs are also at risk. For example, people who snort powder cocaine are at risk for hepatitis. The risk comes from sharing different pieces of paraphernalia associated with snorting, such as straws or rolled up paper money. There is also the heroin user who puts themselves at risk by sharing needles, cotton, water or “cooking” devices. There is also the risk for IV drug users for bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are responsible for a large portion of hospitalizations of IV drug users. The list of possibilities can go on and on. The point is that besides the apparent risks there are countless other possibilities that can change a person’s life and perspective on life.

Drug Rehab is the best chance that someone has at regaining control of their life and getting in control of their health. If you believe that someone you know is an alcoholic or may be addicted to drugs, the time is now to get them the help they need. Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has been helping people recover and educating them on the dangers of addiction for over 12 years.

It’s licensed and credentialed counselors and clinical staff includes an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Services available by specialists in drug addiction and alcoholism treatment. The highly capable addiction treatment team is dedicated to providing compassionate and quality alcohol and drug treatment. In these hard economic times – Mountainside Drug Rehab is there to help. Please contact the below number or visit it’s Treatment Center website at Drug Rehab Center (www.mountainside.org/drug-rehab).

If you or someone you love is in need of treatment please contact us at: 800-762-5433.

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National Prescription Drug Abuse Is Up To Nearly 80% From The Year 2000 To Nearly 7 Million Americans As Of 2007

Drug Rehab and Alcoholism Treatment Center Mountainside after an analysis of its admissions states that there has been an acute increase in drug rehab admissions for prescription drug abuse. A growing number of these people who are abusing prescription drugs have used the internet to purchase them, this represents a historical shift from the primary source being a local doctor and a shift away from many identified controlled substances.

Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center Mountainside recently noted a study by the D.E.A. stating that nearly 7 million Americans are abusing prescription drugs. Mountainside has been treating people suffering from addiction to prescription drugs for as long as it has been open. Only now have prescription drugs gained the visibility of various agencies within the US. Prescription drug abuse accounts for nearly 25% of all drug related emergency room visits. Opioid pain killers cause more drug overdoses than cocaine and heroin combined.

Mountainside Drug rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is well aware of the dangers of prescription drug abuse and works very hard to include treatment for this type of addiction in its treatment regimen. Mountainside also works very hard with the individual suffering from an addiction to prescription drugs helping them to understand that it can be just as dangerous as any other type of addiction. Often it is believed that because these drugs are prescribed that they are less dangerous than more illicit drugs. This can be a deadly mistake.

If you or someone you know is suffering from an addiction to prescription drugs remember it is never too late. Get help now by calling Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment centers at 800-762-5433 or visit Mountainside on the web at:www.mountainside.org/drug-rehab

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The Number Of Drug Rehab Admissions That Have Resulted From Professional Interventions Has Increased Thirty Eight Percent On A Year Over Year Basis At Mountainside Drug Rehab From 2008 To 2009 Respectively

The number of drug rehab admissions that have resulted from professional interventions has increased thirty eight percent on a year over year basis at Mountainside Drug Rehab from 2008 to 2009 respectively. Seventy three percent of these interventions came from more than 500 miles away from the Canaan Connecticut drug rehab facility, with the remaining twenty seven percent occurred within 500 miles.

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This evidence is part of a national trend and is representative of how a growing number of people continue to go against the conventional wisdom of many drug rehabs and alcohol rehabs – that have long stated that an addict first needs to hit bottom before they will enter treatment. Professional intervention is the process of presenting reality to such individuals in a receivable way. It usually involves the participation of family and or loved ones, and is an invitation to the suffering addict or alcoholic to accept help. It is believed that interventions have a much higher success rate when done under the guidance and supervision of a professional Intervention Specialist and with the help of other people close to the individual needing the intervention.

It has been the experience of Mountainside Drug Rehab that a stumbling block for many alcoholics and drug addicts is the level of denial that prevents them from acknowledging that a problem beyond their control exists. Largely, and in a relatively recent period of time – before interventionists were practicing in the large numbers they currently practice – conventional wisdom of the drug rehab and alcohol rehab community stated that the only way a person could enter treatment is for they themselves to realize their situation, take action and seek help.

Commonly, active drug addicts and alcoholics are resistant to any approach that is made by family, friends and employers. Mountainside Drug Rehab has been working with numbers of professional interventionists across the country and continues to see the numbers of these practitioners increase. Mountainside Drug Rehab is advocating that a nationally recognized licensure be established to ensure that will ensure quality and professionalism in all said practitioners.

If you are in need of a professional intervention and treatment for you or your loved one please contact us at: 800-762-5433 or visit Mountainside on the web at: http://www.mountainside.org/drug-rehab

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Cites Environment Is A Key Factor In Treating People Suffering From Drug Addiction And Alcoholism

Mountainside, known for its unique and highly effective individual drug addiction and alcoholism treatment approach, has evidenced a direct link between the environment in which someone receives their treatment and successful outcomes.

Mountainside Drug Rehab, a leading alcohol and drug addiction treatment center located in Connecticut offers a secluded environment for people suffering from drug addiction and alcoholism. Nestled on 33 Acres at the base of a mountain in the foothills of the Berkshires, Mountainside Drug Rehab provides progressive therapies in an ideal setting for those seeking to recover from their drug addiction or alcoholism. What began 11 years ago as the thesis of accomplished professionals in the drug treatment field has developed into one of the most successful treatment centers – providing quality and effective treatment in an ideal environment for thousands of people.

Mountainside Drug Rehab is guided by its commitment to provide the highest quality care to the leagues of people suffering from addiction. It does this through its compassionate and fully integrated individualized drug addiction treatment program.

Located at the base of their own mountain in Canaan Connecticut, complete with mountain streams, hiking trails to the summit and multiple waterfalls – Mountainside Drug Rehab offers its clients an opportunity to connect with nature and be immersed in the serenity that the beautiful surroundings provide.

An invitation by the White House in 2005 brought this center into the national spotlight, as Drug Czar John Walters announced his curiosity as to how Mountainside Drug Rehab was capable of providing so much to so many. Mountainside cited that the compassionate and individualized approach which it applies to each client that enters its facilities for treatment is strongly complimented by its serene surroundings. By incorporating the natural and expansive surroundings into its daily treatment offerings, Mountainside Drug Rehab offers its clients new ways to relax, connect and focus on issues and teaches them to use treatment tools to build strong and long lasting recoveries.

This recent economic downturn has shown a renewed light on the addiction treatment services of Mountainside Drug Rehab. For more information on the acclaimed treatment program at Mountainside www.mountainside.org in CT or to schedule an admission, please call 800.762.5433.

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Connecticut Drug Rehab Mountainside Announces That It Has Treated More Than 5,000 People Suffering From Drug Addiction And Alcoholism

Mountainside Drug Rehab in Canaan CT has announced that more than 5,000 people have been treated for addiction and alcoholism at its inpatient drug rehabilitation center in a little over the 10 years of operations. The people entering treatment at this serene inpatient center have ranged in age between 18 years and 82 years of age, with the average age being approximately 31 years of age.

The residents of Mountainside Drug Rehab have come from all over the world, with some traveling as far as Thailand and India. However, the majority of residents entering the treatment center for drug rehabilitation and alcoholism come from the United States and from Canada. Mountainside Drug Rehab forecasts that its drug treatment program will help more than 500 people this year, with the majority coming from the United States.

A growing number of residents entering treatment have come from Florida and California. Due to the continuing number of residents from Florida and California, Mountainside has announced plans to open alumni aftercare centers in Mariana Del Ray, Los Angeles in 2009.

Mountainside’s individual drug rehab program has resonated with people and their families across the globe because of its quality program and affordable price. Built on compassion and driven by the thesis that no two people are identically alike, Mountainside tailors individual drug addiction treatment plans for every person that enters Mountainside Drug Rehab. Taking variables into account such as substance abuse history, various psych-social criteria and addiction treatment goals and timeframes – addiction treatment plans are carefully designed, monitored and also changed when the goals change.

Drug Rehabs across America are faced with the challenge of providing effective and quality treatment. Mountainside Drug Rehab has met this challenge for the past eleven years and has renewed its commitment to provide compassionate and quality drug rehabilitation.

For more information on Mountainside Drug Rehab please visit our website or call us at 1-800-762-5433.

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Mountainside Drug Rehab Provides Secluded and Quality Drug Addiction Treatment At An Affordable Price – Canaan, Connecticut

Mountainside Drug Rehab Provides Secluded and Quality Drug Addiction Treatment At An Affordable Price – Canaan, Connecticut (CT).

Nestled on 33 Acres at the base of a mountain in the foothills of the Berkshires, Mountainside Drug Rehab provides progressive therapies in an ideal setting for those seeking to recover from their drug addiction or alcoholism. What began 11 years ago as the thesis of accomplished professionals in the drug treatment field has developed into one of the most successful treatment centers – providing quality and effective treatment in an ideal environment for thousands of people.

Understanding the importance that an environment plays in a person’s addiction, the founders of Mountainside set off to find a natural, peaceful and rural setting for their center. Located at the base of their own mountain in Canaan Connecticut, complete with mountain streams, hiking trails to the summit and multiple waterfalls – Mountainside Drug Rehab offers its clients an opportunity to connect with nature and be immersed in the serenity that the beautiful surroundings provide.

Offering individualized treatment plans for every person that enters treatment, the Licensed and highly trained staff at Mountainside Drug Rehab provide compassionate and guiding care with a level of unparalleled dedication. Licensed to provide intermediate and long term inpatient treatment, Mountainside has a vast network of interventionists and aftercare centers across the globe that work diligently with Mountainside staff and clients to ensure a successful continuum of care. It is the progressive treatment methods and continuity of care that has attracted people from around the world to enter Mountainside Drug Rehab for their treatment needs.

This recent economic downturn has shown a renewed light on the services of Mountainside Drug Rehab. For more information on the acclaimed treatment program at Mountainside www.mountainside.org in CT or to schedule an admission, please call 800.762.5433.

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