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Navigating Perinatal Substance Use: Treatment and Recovery

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Bringing new life into the world is a journey filled with joy, hope, and anticipation. However, for some expecting mothers, this journey is complicated by the challenges of substance use. Perinatal substance use, which encompasses substance use during pregnancy and the postpartum period, presents unique complexities that require specialized care and support. In this blog, […]

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A Lethal Surge: The Devastating Impact of Illicit Fentanyl and the Overdose Epidemic

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Potent and profitable, illicit fentanyl is the most prominent and dangerous drug being used today. Illicit fentanyl use has brought on an overdose crisis, with the drug being a leading cause of death for younger Americans. What Is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid often prescribed by physicians to treat patients experiencing severe pain, commonly

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How Yoga’s Mind-Body Benefits Can Enhance Substance Use Disorder Treatment

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WHAT IS YOGA? Beginning in ancient India, yoga began as a philosophy for well-being, awareness, and enlightenment over 3,000 years ago. While the modern yoga most commonly practiced in the West focuses on controlled breathing while moving through a series of postures, the original Eastern yogic tradition provides guidance on six additional elements, including life

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Leveraging Nutrition to Heal From Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

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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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What’s Cooking at Wasatch: Valentine’s Day Surf and Turf For Two

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In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we’re excited to share a cooking tutorial with Mirza, head chef at Wasatch Crest. Below, you’ll find a recipe for a romantic surf and turf dinner for two. You can also watch Mirza’s video tutorial for the meal here.  Ingredients Filet mignon (2) Lobster tail (2) Asparagus (4-6 stalks) Carrots

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“I know based on my experience that your life can change.” – Mike’s Addiction Recovery Story

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By Wasatch Crest program graduate, Mike T. Wasatch Crest program graduate, Mike T., shared his story of addiction recovery. You can watch and read his full narrative below. Hi, my name’s Mike, and I’m a Wasatch Crest alumni. I’d like to share my story with you. I’m from Birmingham, Alabama. Roll tide. I’m the youngest

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What’s Cooking at Wasatch: Simple, Sizzling Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry

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With our seasonal, five-week rotating menu, clients are able to dine on a variety of fresh and hearty meals throughout their treatment stays. They may even take home some inspiration from our head chef, Mirza Miljikovich, to help fuel their recovery – like this recipe, a simple beef and vegetable stir fry. You can watch

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“I absolutely love my life.” – Ed’s Recovery Story

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By Wasatch Crest Admissions Coordinator Ed Manion Wasatch Crest admissions representative and program graduate Ed Manion shares his story of addiction recovery. You can watch him tell his story and read his narrative below. My name is Ed Manion. I’m an admissions coordinator here at Wasatch Crest and in honor of National Recovery Month, I

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Discovering Recovery From Sexual Assault and Substance Abuse

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A TWO-WAY RELATIONSHIP Sexual assault is strongly associated with substance abuse. In a study involving substance abuse detoxification patients, 72% of the individuals reported experiencing past physical or sexual abuse.  A two-way relationship exists between sexual assault and substance abuse, with each heightening the risk of experiencing the other. The intoxicating effects of drugs and

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