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Solution: Make it easy for general and acute care hospitals to provide substance abuse services to needy patients. Problem: Although a disproportionate number of patients who enter Emergency Rooms present with a substance use disorder, and the substance use disorder is a primary or secondary cause for the patient seeking care, most emergency rooms are …

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In times of emotional or mental crisis, the new 988 crisis line provides a much-needed resource for people in need. The hotline is open 24/7 and provides immediate support for people who are struggling with addiction, mental health issues, or other personal crises. This service is important because it helps connect people with the help …

The New 988 Crisis Line: How It Impacts Addiction Treatment Facilities Read More »

The substance abuse and addiction recovery industry is constantly evolving. With new methods of treatment and rehabilitation being developed every day, it can be difficult for facility directors to know which programs are most effective for their patients and how those programs can expand with the changing space, equipment, and treatment needs of their current …

Factors to Consider Before Expanding Your Addiction Recovery Facility Read More »

No one is surprised that there are many correlations between substance abuse and chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, liver disease, pancreatic disease, and pulmonary issues, just to name a few.  For example, in a very recent and somewhat surprising study, researchers found that methamphetamine users faced an 86% greater risk of being diagnosed …

Why We Should Be Building Addiction Treatment Centers Near Hospitals Read More »

It is that time of year again when details are being set out for your annual strategic planning meeting with your board. While this is true in so many industries, this year, in the addiction treatment industry, the pace of change has been like no other. Record amounts of capital have been invested into private …

Strategic Planning Sessions for Addiction Treatment Providers Are Right Around the Corner Read More »

So many buildings used in recovery treatment are historic. This can add a cool and urban vibe to the treatment center’s aesthetics. However, two realities of addiction treatment today are causing leading providers to rethink the environments where they treat those in recovery.