Making the decision to seek help for drug or alcohol addiction is a profound and courageous step. However, once that decision is made, many individuals and their families quickly feel overwhelmed by the variety of treatment options available. The terminology alone – residential, PHP, IOP – can be confusing. At the core, addiction treatment is […]
When struggling with addiction, it is common to feel as though the substance use is the only problem. However, for many individuals, addiction does not occur in a vacuum. It is frequently intertwined with underlying mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When a substance use disorder and a mental […]
You heard about kratom. Then you started hearing about 7-OH kratom. You’re not quite sure if it’s kratom, a concentrated version, or something else entirely. Before you quite had it figured out, a new kratom product popped onto the market- MGM-15. If you’re confused about the difference between these various kratom products, you’re not alone. In this article, we explore the differences between natural kratom, 7-OH, and MGM-15. Kratom Kratom is a natural product derived from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree, an evergreen tree native to […]
In the past eight months, Wellbrook Recovery’s admissions team has seen an 800% increase in inquiries related to 7-hydroxymitragynine, better known as 7-OH. The calls are coming from people who started using a legal, over-the-counter kratom product and ended up unable to stop. Clinical observations by Laura Browning, MSN, RN, Director of Nursing at Wellbrook Recovery What is 7-OH addiction? Is […]
Methamphetamine is a dangerous enough drug as is. According to CDC data, it is highly addictive and contributes to tens of thousands of overdose deaths annually. Add in the problem of fake meth, and the complications associated with meth use multiply. In this guide, Wellbrook Recovery, experts in addiction rehabilitation, explain what is fake meth, how […]
Each year, 80,000 Americans die from drug overdoses. 178,000 die from excessive alcohol. A staggering 480,000 die from nicotine related illnesses. Yet medications to treat substance use disorders remain limited, under-utilized, and few and far between. Now, emerging evidence and research suggest something new. GLP-1 drugs, developed for diabetes and also used for weight loss, seem to be working to treat addiction, and not just one specific substance, but rather, can target multiple substances addictions at a time. Could this be the breakthrough in addiction treatment that we’ve been waiting […]
Deciding to stop using drugs or alcohol is a major step. Without medical support, withdrawal can feel overwhelming, and many fear it will be physically painful. At WellBrook Recovery, we have spent over a decade ensuring the safety and comfort of people experiencing withdrawal. Using detox meds on a short-term basis can greatly reduce your […]
Addiction is a complex condition that affects both the body and mind. It can be overwhelming, confusing, and exhausting, affecting every part of a person’s life. There are many different types of therapies that offer a variety of ways to help individuals manage their addiction and work towards recovery. One therapeutic approach gaining attention for […]
There are many different factors affecting the development of addiction, so addiction treatment must address more than substance use alone. There are various therapeutic approaches that can support all aspects of your recovery, including emotional regulation, stress management, and relationships. Attachment-Based Therapy (ABT) is one type of therapy offered at WellBrook Recovery because of its […]
Addiction recovery can be an extremely challenging journey. Traditional approaches often involve counselling and medication, but a growing number of rehab centers are turning to alternative therapies such as nature therapy to complement the recovery journey, with incredible results. At these centers, nature therapy is used alongside standard clinical care, including medical supervision, individual counseling, […]
