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Programs in San Antonio, TX
The Side Effects of Xanax
There are many reasons why one might be using Xanax. It is often prescribed in the treatment of panic and anxiety disorders, as well as seizures sometimes, but it doesn't come without side effects. In 2017, over 25 million prescriptions were filled for the drug.
Nutrition and Addiction Recovery
In the treatment of addiction and substance abuse, a variety of approaches is most effective, as opposed to just one. In addition to medical and psychological treatments, exercise and good nutrition have been shown to improve results when used together with multiple treatments. At New Choices, we take all of these factors into account, to provide a balanced approach to addiction recovery. With three square dietician-recommended meals and a healthy snack provided each day, we take good care of our community so they can focus on recovering while our dedicated chefs work on the nutrition portion.
Are There Differences Between Men and Women in Addiction?
Biologically, males and females work in different ways, and so it follows that they would respond in different ways to drug use too. Social and cultural aspects are an important factor too in how drug use affects each gender differently.
Are There Risks to Exercising As a Treatment for Drug Addiction?
In short, yes, there is always a certain amount of risk associated with most of the things we do in life. That doesn’t mean we can’t arm ourselves with the knowledge we need to mitigate those risks.
How CrossFit Can Aid in Addiction Recovery
Besides being an amazing way to exercise, CrossFit can aid in addiction recovery. For those who have experienced the destruction that substance abuse and addiction can bring to one’s life, getting into shape is a far-cry from what feels possible. But with our integrated approaches to recovery, we help people get there.
5 Ways to Stop the Effects of COVID-19 On Addiction Recovery in Texas
From Austin to Dallas to San Antonio, addiction recovery and treatment centers are seeing an alarming rise in relapses and overdoses. COVID-19 has revealed many issues — but the greatest of all is the inequality of the experience. The fact is that the pandemic puts people in recovery or those struggling with addictions at greater risk than the general population. However, there’s quite a bit you can do to stop relapse and stay in control of your recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic.
You need to live different, so we built something different.
At New Choices Treatment Centers, we know that recovery isn’t about getting a certificate, it’s about finding new ways to approach life’s problems. Our Camino Pathways Program builds a personalized treatment program that will provide you all the tools you need to transform your life.
Schedule a tour of our facilities today:
726-888-7003
3050 Eisenhauer Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78209