• Johnson & Johnson Allegedly Contributes to Opioid Epidemic
    Thursday, August 22nd, 2019

    Johnson & Johnson Allegedly Contributes to Opioid Epidemic

    Opioid Epidemic contribution by Johnson & Johnson? Across the country, hundreds of communities and states have been suing pharmaceutical companies, including Purdue Pharma, Teva Pharmaceuticals and Insys Therapies, for their role in the opioid epidemic. Many of these lawsuits...
  • Lamar Odom a Child of Drug Addiction
    Thursday, August 8th, 2019

    Lamar Odom a Child of Drug Addiction

    A Delicate Balance, A Child of Drug Addiction – Lamar Odom It’s important to realize that there is hope in even the bleakest situations, light in the darkest parts of our lives. Many people who can attest to this...
  • A Million Dollar Drug Surprise in Alabama | Fentanyl
    Wednesday, July 31st, 2019

    A Million Dollar Drug Surprise in Alabama | Fentanyl

    1 million dollars worth of illegal drugs wash up on an Alabama shore as Opioid related deaths continue to skyrocket A Million Dollar Surprise Early last week, someone walking on a beach in Alabama noticed something strange. Lying ahead...
  • The Affect Community Can Have on Sustained Sobriety
    Wednesday, July 24th, 2019

    The Affect Community Can Have on Sustained Sobriety

    Community and Sustained Sobriety Across the United States, millions of people live with mental illness and addiction. Unfortunately, due to incorrect stigmas related to mental health care, many people don’t seek out the support they need for a healthier...
  • The Correlation Between Intelligence and Addiction
    Wednesday, July 17th, 2019

    The Correlation Between Intelligence and Addiction

    Intelligence and Addiction A large number of stigmas (negative ideas about a certain behavior) surround drug use. Many people have an idea in their heads of what an addict looks like based on these stigmas, but that image is...
  • Insurers Continue to Find Ways to Deny Mental Health Coverage
    Thursday, July 11th, 2019

    Insurers Continue to Find Ways to Deny Mental Health Coverage

    Multiple laws, including the Affordable Care Act and the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, have been passed to ensure that insurance companies provide coverage for mental health conditions. These laws require equal coverage for addiction and physical...
  • Will My Insurance Cover Drug Rehab and Detox?
    Wednesday, June 19th, 2019

    Will My Insurance Cover Drug Rehab and Detox?

    Many people resist treatment for addiction for a variety of reasons, from the stigmas associated with addiction to worrying about the cost of their care. The good news for patients — coverage of mental health treatment, including addiction treatment,...
  • What 5 Days of Detox Looks Like
    Wednesday, June 12th, 2019

    What 5 Days of Detox Looks Like

    Drug or alcohol detox is the first step in any addiction treatment plan. It is the short period of time, usually 3 to 10 days, during which you rid your body of its physical dependence on drugs or alcohol....
  • What to Bring to Rehab
    Wednesday, June 5th, 2019

    What to Bring to Rehab

    Inpatient rehabilitation at a treatment center can mean days or weeks away from home. You’ll need to pack necessities, from clothing to medications, to help you stay comfortable throughout your treatment. However, it’s important to note that most rehabilitation...
  • Things to Consider Before an Intervention
    Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

    Things to Consider Before an Intervention

    While interventions have become the butt of jokes on many television shows, they are a serious and important tool in helping your loved one take the first step in fighting addiction. You should always carefully consider whether an intervention...
  • State of Addiction Treatment – Choosing a Reputable Treatment Center
    Wednesday, May 15th, 2019

    State of Addiction Treatment – Choosing a Reputable Treatment Center

    In early May, the Harmony Place leadership team attended the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) conference in Washington D.C. The conference covered a variety of topics, including the large amount of health care fraud and its implications...
  • Yoga Can Change Your Brain—And Helps You Treat Addiction
    Wednesday, May 8th, 2019

    Yoga Can Change Your Brain—And Helps You Treat Addiction

    Yoga has become more and more popular in the United States over the last few decades—and for good reason. The healing practice follows traditional Indian techniques to strengthen the body, relax the mind, and improve both physical and mental...