Posted by
Deon Smit on Thu, Feb 16, 2012 @ 01:11 AM
We have such a creative bunch of people with us at present that we thought it a good idea to share some of their work and stories with you. Over the next few weeks, we will focus on participant generated blogs. Our first blog by a client comes in the form of a poem.
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Posted by
Deon Smit on Wed, Feb 08, 2012 @ 03:01 PM
iPad 2 Technology in Addiction Treatment
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Posted by
Deon Smit on Tue, Jan 31, 2012 @ 04:20 PM
This statement is quite common in treatment services, especially in a mixed service that deals with both alcohol and what is considered illicit and non-illicit drug addiction. There are always the stereotype images when the general public thinks of addicts.
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Posted by
Deon Smit on Wed, Jan 25, 2012 @ 05:26 AM
Most practitioners in the addiction field tend to drift into a mindset of picking a “side”. Either you are subscribed to a harm reduction or abstinence based 12-step model. It is fairly rare to find a practitioner working across the border. In my case, I did just that. I moved from a harm reduction agency to a 12-step based residential treatment facility. Oddly, the transition was not as daunting as I expected it to be.
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Why Should Someone Enter Serenity Ranch’s Alcohol & Drug Rehab program Before the Holidays?
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Yes,We are open during renovations Nov 11 2011
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LIMITATIONS: Interventions may not be successful. All individuals must be on the same page in agreeing that treatment is required. The individuals must convey their message in a non-judgmental, non-punitive manner. This may be difficult if underlying anger and resentment is present. A seed may be planted even if they don't seize this opportunity.
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