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The Hard Facts of Methamphetamine Substance Abuse
Crystal meth may appear dazzling, but it is anything but harmless. The glass-like fragments or bluish-white rocks are a dangerous form of amphetamine – the same drug used to treat severe medical conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy in limited cases. Methamphetamine, or “meth,” is among the most widely abused substances worldwide. It is a powerful…
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How To Identify Substance Abuse In Your Loved Ones
Substance abuse – the excessive consumption of drugs or alcohol – can have severe consequences on an individual’s daily life, including physical and mental harm, relationship and work problems, and even legal issues. Recognizing substance abuse in loved ones can be challenging as they may try to hide their addiction. However, there are telltale signs…
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To Those Struggling With Addicted Loved Ones
To those struggling with addicted loved ones, We see you. We see the way you show up every time. We see you put your needs on hold. We see the long hours you spend wishing you could do more. Your immense capacity for unwavering love and support has a greater impact than you know. But…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month in an effort to educate the public on the effects of mental illness, encourage those who are struggling to seek help, and to break the stigma of feeling uncomfortable talking about mental health. This month, NAMI is promoting the message of “Together for Mental Health,” to show…
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How to Talk to Teens About Substance Abuse
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week is an annual, week-long health observance that was created to spark conversation among young adults around the science of drug abuse and addiction. This year it falls from March 21st through the 27th. Although this dialogue is primarily focused on education for teens, the information we share can be…
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Outpatient Detox Services Available Now
At The Blanchard Institute, we offer varying levels of outpatient care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders and the many co-occurring mental health disorders that often accompany these dependencies. Each of these different treatment programs is uniquely designed to work for each individual client. We understand that everyone has different needs and will require…
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The Blanchard Institute Named Excellence in Treatment Award Winner
The Blanchard Institute is honored to be recognized as an award-winning treatment program in accordance with Conquer Addiction’s Excellence in Treatment standards. To determine the candidates for this award, Conquer Addiction conducts scientifically-designed outcomes research that follows up with each treatment center’s patients throughout their first year post-treatment. This research examines all patients’ drug and…
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The Importance of Mental Health
One of the biggest focuses in our society today is the topic of mental health. Now, more than ever, our culture is realizing that taking care of our minds is just as vital as taking care of our bodies. The tricky part about it is, when dealing with mental health issues, it’s hard to see,…
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September is National Recovery Month
As an organization that engages with people dealing with substance use issues, our ultimate goal for everyone that walks through our doors is recovery. This month, The Blanchard Institute, along with treatment centers across the country, is recognizing National Recovery Month, celebrating those in the recovery community, while encouraging others that recovery is possible for…
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International Overdose Awareness Day
Over the last 20 years, the United States has lost almost 1 million mothers, fathers, daughters, sons, sisters, brothers, aunts and uncles, and friends due to drug overdose-related deaths. Every year on August 31, International Overdose Day is recognized as the world’s largest campaign to end overdose. The Blanchard Institute holds this commemorative day very…