5 Symptoms of Meth Exposure in Infants
Prenatal drug exposure can have devastating long-term effects on an infant’s health and development. The use of methamphetamine during pregnancy is one of the most significant concerns for healthcare providers. Infants exposed to meth in the womb can experience various symptoms and complications that can negatively impact their lives. At Sanford Behavioral Health, we can […]
How to Address Alcoholism with Your Spouse
Alcohol addiction is a serious problem that affects not only the person with the addiction but also their loved ones. If you suspect your spouse has a drinking issue, approaching the topic can be a delicate and challenging task. However, by learning how to address alcoholism with your spouse and providing the support they need, […]
How Growing Up with Alcoholic Parents Affects Children
Alcohol is a widely accessible and accepted substance. Sports events, restaurants, theatres, and even grocery stores offer this drink, and, in many circles, you may be considered weird if you decide not to drink. However, alcohol has a hidden cost: some people can begin to misuse alcohol or become addicted to it. Unfortunately, alcohol addiction […]
How to Help an Alcoholic Family Member
Alcohol is a widely accessible and accepted substance. Sports events, restaurants, theatres, and even grocery stores offer this drink, and, in many circles, you may be considered weird if you decide not to drink. However, alcohol has a hidden cost: some people can begin to misuse alcohol or become addicted to it. Unfortunately, alcohol addiction […]
10 Family Therapy Activities for the Summer
At Sanford Behavioral Health, we believe that family therapy is an integral part of addiction recovery. Fortunately, summer is a great time to begin addiction treatment in general and family therapy specifically. There is a wide array of family therapy activities that are suited for the summer at our family therapy and counseling program. Many […]
What Are the Benefits of Outpatient Detox?
In an ideal world, when a person has an addiction to drugs or alcohol, they could take a few weeks off from their responsibilities. They could then enroll in an inpatient detox center and begin the process of recovery away from life’s temptations and triggers. However, life rarely resembles an ideal world. In most […]
