ADULT SERVICES
Our Adult Services help those living with addiction take the crucial
physiological and psychological dependency, but also facing the
relationship problems, economic hardships or personal insecurities
that may have led to or stemmed from their use of alcohol and drugs.
It means facing life on life’s terms, accepting personal responsibility -
and doing so clean and sober.
Reasons for Referral
Addiction is a disease. Nonetheless, individuals are still responsible for
their actions and must learn to address and overcome the problems in
their lives that stemmed from the disease of addiction. While there is
no “cure,” treatment can and does help people regain control of their
lives and escape from the downward spiral of addiction.
When someone is trying hard to hide their problem with substances,
here are some things to look for:
• Criminal justice problems
• Child welfare system involvement
• Loss of a job
• Changes in attitude toward work or social situations
• Changes in relationships with friends and family members
• Physical changes such as: hyperactivity; sleepiness; weight loss/
gain; loss of appetite
• Behavioral changes including: isolation; depression; anger;
sensitivity; defensiveness; aggression; spending time alone, or
violence
• Serious consequences resulting from drug or alcohol abuse (i.e.,
medical issues, blackouts, DWI)
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