Addiction Articles

  • Longbranch Recovery Is Now In-Network with UnitedHealthcare for Residential Addiction Treatment

    Worrying about how to afford rehab shouldn’t keep anyone from getting better. That’s why we’re proud to share that Longbranch Recovery and Wellness is now in-network with UnitedHealthcare, making our addiction and mental health treatment programs more affordable and within reach for more people. Through this new partnership, individuals and families with UnitedHealthcare insurance plans…

  • Longbranch Recovery Is Now In-Network with Cigna for Addiction Treatment

    Worrying about how to afford rehab shouldn’t keep anyone from getting better. That’s why we’re proud to share that Longbranch Recovery and Wellness is now in-network with Cigna Healthcare, making our addiction and mental health treatment programs more affordable and within reach for more people. Through this new partnership, individuals and families with Cigna insurance…

  • Opioid Addiction in Veterans: How to Recognize the Symptoms and Find Help

      From 2010 to 2019, overdose deaths among Veterans increased by 53%, resulting in 4,865 Veteran deaths in 2019. Veterans have unique risk factors that make them particularly vulnerable to opioid addiction, also known as opioid use disorder (OUD). Understanding these risk factors can help to have a greater appreciation for their struggle and how…

  • IOP FAQs: How Intensive Outpatient Programs Work

    How Intensive Outpatient Programs Work: Answering Your Questions about IOPs Recognizing that substance abuse is affecting your life is a pivotal moment. While you may still be managing daily responsibilities, the problem doesn’t go away on its own. Managing work, family, and daily life while struggling with addiction is exhausting—and, eventually, real-world consequences will catch…

  • Longbranch Recovery Opens New Outpatient Rehab Center, Veterans Recovery Program in Arkansas

    We’re excited to announce the expansion of Longbranch Recovery and Wellness with two new rehab centers in Arkansas, bringing essential addiction treatment and recovery support to the region. Our new outpatient rehab center in Jonesboro provides personalized care, including therapy, aftercare, and recovery resources, ensuring individuals have access to the help they need wherever they are in their journey.

  • How to Get Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Services for Veterans

    If you are a veteran struggling with substance abuse or mental health concerns you are not alone. Many veterans struggle with addiction or dependence on alcohol, illicit drugs, or prescription medicines. However, numerous treatment facilities offer programs for veterans and service members, providing a wide range of treatment programs with professional staff trained to provide…

  • How the Opioid Epidemic Is Impacting Veterans

    Veterans have unique risk factors that make them particularly vulnerable to opioid addiction, also known as opioid use disorder (OUD). Understanding these risk factors can help to have a greater appreciation for their struggle and how it leads to opioid misuse. Knowing the warning signs of opioid overdose and addiction can help you help your loved one.

  • Signs of Drug Abuse in Veterans

    For many veterans, their military service brought challenges that can be hard to navigate. Their experiences — whether in combat or when adjusting back to civilian life — are stressful and can be traumatizing. For some, it can lead them to turn to alcohol or drugs as a way to cope. While some symptoms of…

  • What to Do If Someone Overdoses: Simple Steps to Save a Life

    In the event of an overdose, every second counts. Knowing how to respond quickly and effectively can make the difference between life and death. Whether you’re a concerned friend, family member, or simply someone who wants to be prepared, understanding the signs and knowing how to act can empower you to save a life and…

  • Signs of PTSD and Addiction in Veterans

    The transition back to civilian life presents unique challenges for military veterans. The experience can be disorienting, and it may be difficult to reconnect with loved ones and feel a sense of belonging. The emotional and psychological impact of military service, particularly combat exposure, can significantly increase the risk of developing mental health conditions such…

  • How to Recognize a Cocaine Overdose

    Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug that has a high potential for misuse and dependency. Despite the temporary euphoria it may create, it poses serious health risks and other dangers. Cocaine overdose is a medical emergency – it can be hazardous and even fatal, especially when combined with alcohol or other substances. Therefore it…

  • Does Therapy Work for PTSD?

    Perhaps you don’t even realize how many traumatic experiences you have weathered in your life. Like the rings of a tree, they are imprinted into our souls as we grow, hidden deep within the core. It could be the death of a loved one, or a car wreck that left you shaken. No matter the experience,…

  • Will My Insurance Cover IOP?

    Paying for Intensive Outpatient Treatment for Anxiety or Depression Suffering from mental health challenges feels like an attack on your body, mind, spirit, and family. Anxiety grips the mind, making us worry over things that are not worth the angst. Depression crushes the spirit, going far beyond mere sadness and bringing a crushing weight to…