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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
You may have heard and seen the name Purdue Pharma making headlines lately, and if you are familiar with the opioid epidemic, you most likely agree with our team at The Blanchard Institute when we say, “it’s about time!” Purdue Pharma is the company behind the addictive painkiller OxyContin. OxyContin is responsible for taking the […]
TBI provides telehealth / virtual services for all levels of outpatient care Dear Clients, Families & Friends, First and foremost, we hope that you and your family are remaining safe and healthy throughout the COVID-19 outbreak. As we navigate this global and community challenge, we find ourselves learning to embrace new levels of disruption, change, […]
PAIN MANAGEMENT WITHOUT OPIOIDS As our country’s opioid epidemic continues to impact every state, community, and town in the United States, the shocking toll of this epidemic has caught the attention of the press, the government, and the healthcare system. The overdose statistics and national financial burden of the epidemic continue to rise as the […]
Substance use disorder quickly leads to an inability to moderate alcohol, illicit drugs, and legal medications. The person suffering from substance use disorder will continue to use their substance of choice, despite the potential for serious side effects. This can be a painful reality when someone very close to you is affected by the disease. […]
HEALTHY DETACHMENT & UNHEALTHY AVOIDANCE: FAMILY COMMUNICATION STYLES When we work with families affected by substance use disorder, we make sure to address the topic of communication in our sessions. While there are many different communication styles, there are healthy and unhealthy ways to communicate during times of chronic stress. When it comes to substance […]
“No matter who we are or where we come from, we all know at least one person that is affected by substance use disorder. It can be anything from alcohol and street drugs, to prescription drugs and other addictive substances. Over the last few years, there has been a steady increase in the number of […]
