Alcohol Treatment

A full range of alcohol treatment programs, resources, and helpful guides from Icarus Behavioral Health in New Mexico!

11 TV Shows on Addiction

11 TV Shows on Addiction

Want to Watch a Show About Addiction? Here's Who Gets It Right

In the past, sitcoms and other fictionalized content dominated television ratings. Each week, viewers tuned in to watch the development of their favorite characters, hanging on to story arcs and exploration of various themes. Thanks to digital TV subscription apps,...

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What is an Aggravated DWI in New Mexico

What is an Aggravated DWI in New Mexico?

Understanding Aggravated DUI and Getting Support in New Mexico

You were caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and now you are facing charges and some serious consequences. Understanding those charges is essential to building a case that can cast reasonable doubt and minimize your sentencing. But what is an...

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Does the VA Offer Rehab for PTSD

Does the VA Offer Rehab for PTSD?

Getting PTSD Treatment Support from the Veterans Administration

Becoming a United States Armed Forces member is an honorable career move - perhaps one of the bravest that someone entering the workforce can undertake. Unfortunately, this decision also carries certain inherent risks and challenges that may stick with any military member during...

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What Happens if You Leave Court Ordered Rehab

What Happens if You Leave Court Ordered Rehab?

The Consequences of Leaving a Court Mandated Rehab Program

If you are reading this, you probably know that drug and alcohol addiction can put you in some pretty difficult situations. For myself, I tried addiction treatment on several occasions, but nothing seemed to work. It was never the fault of the...

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How to Get Someone to Go to Rehab: A Comprehensive Guide

Tips and Resources to Help an Addicted Loved One Achieve Recovery

Getting a loved one to go to rehab and seek treatment for their substance abuse disorder can be a challenge. They might fear the withdrawal symptoms or judgment from people they don't know at a rehab center. Sometimes, they might...

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Dental Grants for Recovering Addicts

Getting Free Dental Grants for Recovering Addicts

Oral Health Support Resources for People in Recovery

Icarus Behavioral Health does not offer dental treatment services, this is a guide for finding such providers and resources across the United States, and we hope you find it helpful. Please do not call our facilities directly for grants, but refer to the resources...

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How Long Does Alcohol Poisoning Last

How Long Does Alcohol Poisoning Last?

The Timeline for Alcohol Poisoning and the Recovery Process

One of the most dangerous side effects of alcohol consumption is the possibility of alcohol overdose - but you'll rarely hear it discussed in this context. Alcohol overdose, otherwise known as alcohol poisoning, can impact people even when it's their first time-consuming...

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Writing a Letter to My Alcoholic Daughter

Writing a Letter to My Alcoholic Daughter

My Own Story and Guidance for Others in the Same Situation

My own personal experience with alcoholism led me to dread the effect it might have on my children. And although my two sons dodged the 'drinking bullet,' alcohol nearly destroyed our daughter's life. Although I knew it on an intellectual level...

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Writing a Goodbye Letter to Addiction

Writing a Goodbye Letter to Addiction: An Example

My Farewell to Addiction Letter and Guidance on Writing Your Own

We all have our own ways of letting addiction go. Addiction wreaks havoc on your personal and professional life and eventually feels like it becomes a part of you. It maybe sounds strange, but one of the most difficult...

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Why Do Addicts Relapse When Things Are Good

Why Do Addicts Relapse When Things Are Good?

A Personal Relapse Autopsy Guide for Returning to Recovery

Why do addicts relapse when things are good? There is no single answer that can explain this. Addiction is such a complicated issue and usually involves many different factors. I've relapsed several times as a result of my drug abuse, and really...

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