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Leveraging Nutrition to Heal From Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Because substance use tends to interfere with the ability to provide the body with necessary nutrients, substance use disorder (SUD) and malnourishment commonly coincide. For those with SUD, malnourishment can hinder recovery, as their bodies may not have the resources needed to heal. Practicing good nutrition, however, can help advance recovery from SUD by improving …

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Essential Elements of Successful Addiction Treatment: A Presentation By Wasatch Crest’s Clinical Team

By Wasatch Crest’s Executive Director Rich McDonald, CMHC and Clinical Director Jordan Gardner, CSW  Wasatch Crest’s executive director Rich McDonald, CMHC and clinical director Jordan Gardner, CSW discuss how clinical culture, therapeutic care, and team collaboration contribute to successful addiction treatment. You can watch their presentation and read the transcript below. CLINICAL CULTURE Jordan: An …

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How To Prevent Alcohol and Drug Abuse in Yourself, Your Family, and Your Community

While many elements increase the chances of developing an addiction, there are steps you can take to help mitigate the risk of alcohol and drug abuse in yourself, your family, and your community.  ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION FOR YOURSELF Depending on your genetic makeup, childhood experiences, and mental health status, you may find that …

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Wasatch Crest’s Origin Story: How Two Ultra Runners Embraced Addiction Recovery and Founded an Addiction Treatment Center

Wasatch Crest founder and CEO, Jim Huffman and executive director, Rich McDonald, CMHC, share how they became friends through trail running, embraced addiction recovery, and began Wasatch Crest as an addiction treatment center in Heber City, Utah. To learn more about our addiction treatment programs in Heber City, Utah, reach out. Video Transcript Jim: Hi, my …

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Understanding Overdose: Fatal Consequences, Misconceptions, and Preventive Measures

An overdose occurs when a person consumes a drug or combination of drugs at toxic levels that hinder the body’s ability to carry out vital processes. Overdoses can be fatal and require emergency medical attention. Many drugs, including alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, and stimulants, can contribute to overdose. The signs of an overdose vary with each …

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Origins of Addiction: Risk Factors for Substance Use Disorders

Individuals may be motivated to misuse drugs or alcohol for a variety of reasons including to improve their mood, numb negative emotions, boost their performance, “fit in” socially and satisfy their curiosity. However, not everyone who misuses drugs or alcohol develops an addiction. Many factors influence the risk of struggling with substance abuse, including genetics, …

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What Is Outpatient Addiction Treatment?

Outpatient addiction treatment offers therapeutic care on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis while allowing individuals to remain at home and carry out normal living. Sometimes, however, individuals may attend outpatient levels of care while also participating in transitional living programs, which offer accommodations and support to those rebuilding their lives in recovery. Outpatient addiction …

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