If you or a loved one is struggling with a dependence on opioids, you likely know that withdrawal symptoms can be a roadblock to recovery. Opioid withdrawal symptoms can begin only hours after the last use and can last for a week or more. For many, these symptoms can make it difficult to quit using…
Stepping into an addiction treatment center for the first time can be intimidating. What can you expect? Maybe more importantly, what do they expect from you? The journey to recovery can be full of unexpected challenges, but anxiety around entering residential treatment doesn’t have to be one of them. Knowing what residential treatment is, how…
Starting residential treatment can be intimidating—it’s hard to know what to expect, what you’ll learn about yourself, and the challenges you might face. However, it’s also one of the bravest and most important steps you can take in your recovery journey. Stepping away from your everyday life and focusing solely on your recovery can help…
When the new year rolls around, many people make resolutions to improve their lives. Among these resolutions are often goals related to drug and alcohol use—whether it be quitting entirely, cutting back, or seeking help for addiction. However, sticking to these resolutions can be challenging. Many people struggle with relapses or find it difficult to…
If you or someone you know is struggling with drug addiction, it’s important to understand the signs and symptoms of fentanyl abuse. Fentanyl is a highly potent synthetic opioid that is 50-100 times stronger than morphine. It is commonly prescribed for severe pain management, but it is also illegally manufactured and sold on the street.…
If you’re looking to find an addiction treatment center near San Francisco, CA, you’re in the right place. New Bridge Foundation®’s addiction rehab center in Berkeley offers a range of treatment options to help those struggling with addiction. There’s a definite need for addiction treatment programs in the San Francisco Bay Area, and our convenient…
There’s no question that fentanyl addiction is a growing concern. As one of the most potent and dangerous opioids on the market, fentanyl has caused countless overdoses and deaths in recent years. It’s also highly addictive, making it difficult for people struggling with fentanyl addiction to break free of it on their own. However, treatment…
Substance abuse impacts every aspect of a person’s life, including their physical, mental, and emotional well-being—and that means that treatment needs to address all of these areas as well. Holistic therapy is an approach to counseling that takes into consideration the whole person rather than just focusing on specific symptoms or behaviors. Holistic therapy can…
Cocaine, a powerful stimulant, can have profound and lasting impacts on both mental and physical health. At New Bridge Foundation®, we are committed to helping you understand these effects and, more importantly, to providing support for those who are dealing with the challenges of addiction. Cocaine’s influence on the brain is complex, often leading to…
There is a strong link between mental health and substance use disorders. While it cannot be said that one directly causes the other, the fact is that they frequently occur together and feed off of one another. Co-occurring disorder treatment refers to the practice of simultaneously treating the two. It is common for individuals with…