If you or a loved one is in need of treatment, but you find all the different levels and abbreviations confusing, the following is a useful primer that defines what sort of treatment JourneyPure At The River and its related facilities provides. Keep in mind, we believe the key to breaking the drug addiction cycle … Continued
As the opioid epidemic drags on, it can be all too easy to forget that alcohol use disorder (AUD), better known as alcoholism, remains a growing threat, especially for older adults living in rural areas. As drug and alcohol abuse among celebrities, teens, young adults, and veterans has entered the public consciousness, alcoholism among rural … Continued
The world can be divided into two kinds of people: horse people and non-horse people. The funny thing is, all horses are people horses. Also referred to as horse therapy or equine-assisted psychotherapy, equine therapy consists of direct interactions between people and horses. It is an evidence-based therapy that has shown efficacy in patients with depression, … Continued
In 1999, the National Institute on Drug Abuse issued 13 principles of effective treatment for drug addiction, and these principles hold true today. Formulated after years of research, NIDA holds that the treatment of drug addiction has the best chance of long-term success if these principles are applied together, as opposed to more of a … Continued
Gratitude is one of the most important qualities for happiness, acting as a gateway to a healthier emotional view of yourself and the world. People in recovery often struggle to practice gratitude, partly because it works entirely different muscles in the brain than active addiction. Like addiction, though, gratitude can be self-perpetuating. The regular practice … Continued
A treatment modality, also known as treatment method or treatment option, is the way in which a healthcare professional goes about guiding clients through their recovery. The Handbook of Alcoholism Treatment Approaches by Reid Hester and William Miller lists nearly 50 different types of addiction treatment modalities. At JourneyPure At The River, clients are treated through … Continued
With each new year comes a new glut of weight loss fads and workout regimens, all designed to create a “whole new you.” While these diets and routines are likely designed with the best intentions, it can feel a little overwhelming to start a new year thinking about all that needs changing. That’s why we … Continued
A form of experiential therapy that dates back to the early 1900s, adventure therapy has proven to be an effective therapeutic approach during addiction recovery. It can be used to treat depression, childhood trauma, anxiety, and anger management, with benefits that include emotional healing, team-building, and improvement of fine motor skills and coordination. Keoni Enlow, … Continued
Many people with ED—eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia nervosa, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), binge eating disorder—show a tendency toward substance abuse disorders, requiring a special level of diagnosis and treatment. In the groundbreaking 2003 study by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University, Food For Thought: Substance Abuse … Continued
Last Saturday JourneyPure at The River partnered with Shenanigoats to put on Goat With The Flow, an outdoor yoga event. We wanted to create a fun environment to learn more about our industry, bring value to the community, show people our River location while meeting others and have fun. Our team was looking to put … Continued
We had the chance to reach out to the team at Clarity Family Consulting to ask about how they approach seeking addiction treatment during the holidays. A lot of families are uncertain about how loved ones may be affected by being away during this time, and they have some great advice to consider. JourneyPure: What advice … Continued
JourneyPure At The River is well-known for its comfortable amenities and cutting-edge therapies, including adventure therapy and neurofeedback. But one of the most effective therapies offered as part of its professional women’s treatment program is Jungian dream work, which dates back nearly 100 years and has roots in pre-history. “All indigenous cultures used dreams for … Continued
If you met Jared L. today, it would be difficult to imagine that his drug use can be traced back to childhood. At just 11 years old, he was dabbling in marijuana and alcohol. It’s difficult to imagine that in his teens he was taking and selling pain pills, Xanax, and cocaine. Or that by … Continued
Among drug addictions, Adderall addiction is an outlier. People don’t typically abuse Adderall to relax or get high—the drug is typically used to stimulate concentration and enhance productivity. For this reason, those most likely to abuse Adderall do not match usual “druggie” or “drunk” stereotypes. It’s a drug that is typically prescribed to children who … Continued
The clinical staff at JourneyPure At The River works with all clients to impart the three pillars of health: nutrition, exercise, and sleep. And when it comes to addiction recovery, perhaps none of these is so important as sleep. It’s a safe bet that the majority of JourneyPure At The River clients enter their residential … Continued
In recovery circles, it’s called “the pink cloud,” that feeling of elation and gratitude often felt by people in the early days of their sobriety when he or she realizes they have made a change for the better. “For the first few days, it’s the same for everyone,” said Blake Hammill, residential manager of JourneyPure’s … Continued
Recovery from addiction isn’t something that just ends when you finish rehab or the day you move out of your sober living facility. It’s a lifetime journey, one that is just getting started. And if you’re a parent, one of the more pressing issues in your mind might be, “How do I parent well, now … Continued
While the opioid epidemic most certainly dominates the headlines and hospital beds, cocaine still tops the list as one of the most abused drugs. While its use peaked during the crack epidemic of the 1980s and 1990s and has declined over the last decade, cocaine remains the second most popular illicit drug in the U.S., … Continued
Recent studies estimate that 10 million men will at some point in their life, suffer an eating disorder like anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, and unspecified feeding and eating disorders, or those conditions that don’t quite meet the medical criteria for anorexia or bulimia. Meanwhile, subclinical eating disordered behaviors—including laxative abuse … Continued
The prospect of going to a residential treatment center for the first time can be stressful, and one thing that adds to the stress is not knowing what to pack for your stay at JourneyPure At The River. Below is a list of things you’ll want with you in order to feel more comfortable and … Continued