Embark Behavioral Health
Network of outpatient centers and residential programs offering premier mental health treatment for preteens, teens, and young adults.
Read MoreNever Use Alone Hotline
Human connection and love are at the forefront of what the Never Use Alone hotline has to offer. If you are going to use by yourself, call them! You will be asked for your first name, location, and the number you are calling from. An operator will stay on the line with you while you…
Read MoreWhat is Detoxification?
Detoxification, or simply, “detox,” is the process of taking someone off of an opioid that they are physically dependent on. Through the detoxification process, the person is given medically supervised and gradually reduced doses of medication to alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings. The goal of detoxing is to: Eradicate the body of its daily dependence…
Read MoreCommon Signs of an Opioid Addiction
If you suspect someone you love is using substances, there are some common signs and symptoms to look for. Physical Changes Frequent opioid use (or overuse of prescribed opioids) Frequent drowsiness Weight loss Flu-like symptoms Changing sleep patterns Decreased libido Personal Changes Poor personal hygiene Isolation from loved ones Stealing from loved ones Financial difficulties…
Read MoreLanguage to Destigmatize Substance Use Disorder
One major step to destigmatizing substance use disorder is to change how we talk about it. The more we say something, the more it becomes normalized within our conversations—no matter how damaging it may be. When real people with real emotions are at the other end of these words, this becomes a problem. For example,…
Read MoreHow to Identify and Respond to an Opioid Overdose
6 Physical Signs of an Opioid Overdose: Unresponsiveness Pinpoint-sized pupils Slow heartbeat and/or low blood pressure Slow or no breathing Blue/gray fingernails and lips Pale and/or clammy skin How to Respond to an Opioid Overdose: 1. Call Assess the person based on the six signs listed above and CALL 911 as soon as possible. 2.…
Read MoreA Safe Haven at CenterPointe Hospital
How CenterPointe Hospital creates a safe haven for patients on their road to recovery. with Sheila Hunt To feel safe and supported, regardless of who you are and what you’ve done, is not something everyone experiences in life. Sheila Hunt, Regional Director of Business Development for CenterPointe Hospital is responsible for sharing available resources to…
Read MoreThe integral role paramedics and first responders play in the recovery process.
St. Charles County Ambulance District with Lisa Cassidy Kindness and compassion go a long way when it comes to providing support to anyone with substance use disorder. Lisa Cassidy, a paramedic for St. Charles County Ambulance Department and member of their Substance Use Recovery Response Team (SURRT), brings the support her patients need, along with…
Read MoreBridgeway Behavioral Health
Bridgeway Behavioral Health, a division of Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), provides detox, residential and outpatient services. Their treatment programs and services include group therapy, family therapy, relapse prevention, peer support groups and more.
Read MoreSoutheast Behavioral Hospital
Southeast Behavioral Hospital offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services to the people of Southeast Missouri. Our 102-bed facility offers a wide range of mental, emotional and behavioral health services for teens, adults and seniors experiencing mental health issues. Our facility is initially offering inpatient behavioral health services for adults and will continue…
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