An Interview with Dr. Trevor Bixler, VP of Clinical Services at Northpoint Recovery and Imagine by Northpoint
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by chrisclancy
17h ago
Trevor Bixler, Ph.D., serves as Vice President, Clinical Services for Northpoint Recovery and Imagine by Northpoint. A licensed psychologist with a background in a variety of research and clinical settings, Dr. Bixler oversees the clinical work performed across Northpoint and Imagine by Northpoint facilities. Dr. Bixler was kind enough to take time out of his schedule to sit down with us for the following interview. A large part of your background involves work with the Boys Town organization. Can you talk about its importance to you and your career, including its emphasis on “dignity of care ..read more
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Signs and Symptoms of Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)
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by chrisclancy
3d ago
Post-acute withdrawal syndrome—PAWS, for short—refers to the symptoms that follow the acute phase of withdrawal from addictive substances. While the acute phase of withdrawal typically lasts for a few days up to a couple of weeks, post-acute withdrawal symptoms have been known to persist for weeks, months, even years after stopping substance use. PAWS can be a challenging phase for individuals in recovery, significantly impacting their physical and mental well-being along with their ability to maintain sobriety. Understanding post-acute withdrawal symptoms is crucial for both people in recover ..read more
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5 Signs of Heroin Withdrawal
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by Northpoint Recovery
5d ago
For those struggling with heroin addiction, the path to recovery often seems daunting. Recognizing the signs of heroin withdrawal is a crucial step in seeking appropriate help and treatment. At Northpoint Recovery, we understand the challenges faced by individuals struggling with heroin addiction, and we offer comprehensive heroin addiction treatment to help you regain control over your life. Contact our team online or call 208.486.0130 to learn more about the symptoms of heroin withdrawal and how we can help you at our treatment center in Idaho. What Is Heroin? Heroin is a highly addictive dr ..read more
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Healthy Eating Habits in Sobriety
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by chrisclancy
1w ago
The journey of sobriety can be a transformative experience, but it’s important to know that long-term wellness involves more than just saying no. Adopting a holistic approach to recovery includes taking care of your physical well-being, and one key aspect of this is cultivating healthy eating habits. Below are just a small handful of reasons why a healthy diet is important while in addiction recovery. After all, March is National Nutrition Month. A healthy diet restores physical health. Adopting a healthy diet helps to repair the damage done to tissues and organs during active substance ..read more
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Finding Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Meridian, ID
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by Northpoint Recovery
1w ago
Effective substance abuse rehab is crucial in parts of Idaho where drug and alcohol problems are prevalent. This includes Meridian.1 Thankfully, Northpoint Recovery services this area and provides nearby residents with evidence-based substance abuse treatment. One rehab resource to look for in most addiction treatment programs is behavioral therapy. Programs that feature this resource do multiple things to promote your recovery. In this way, they can help lower the difficulty of thriving in rehab and meeting your treatment goals. Contact our team online or call 208.486.0130 to learn more about ..read more
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The Dangers of Ketamine Abuse
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by chrisclancy
1w ago
Medical professionals typically use ketamine to treat acute or chronic pain, or as a surgical anesthetic. Often used in veterinary medicine, it is also useful as an anesthetic for children since its anesthetic properties are not as strong or as long-lasting as similar drugs. However, in recent years, ketamine is abused for its sleep-inducing, hallucinogenic, and dissociative effects. Still, the drug can be highly dangerous when outside of a medical setting, leading to significant negative consequences. What is Ketamine? Ketamine is an injectable, short-acting dissociative anesthetic that offer ..read more
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What Are Co-Occurring Disorders Treated With?
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by Northpoint Recovery
1w ago
Have you or your loved one received a dual diagnosis before or during substance abuse rehab? If so, you’re experiencing another mental health issue besides substance addiction. As a rule, such co-occurring disorders affect you more intensely than a single condition would. Dual diagnosis treatment takes this into account and provides you with extra recovery resources depending mainly on your situation and the specific conditions you’re experiencing. Contact Northpoint Recovery online or call 208.486.0130 today to learn more about dual diagnosis treatment and what co-occurring disorders are trea ..read more
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Have Fun (and Stay Sober) on St. Patrick’s Day
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by chrisclancy
1w ago
St. Patrick’s Day is recognized as the fourth most-celebrated drinking day in America, after New Year’s Eve, Christmas, and the Fourth of July. For that reason, St. Patrick’s Day has traditionally been viewed in the recovery community as a time to stay inside. Yes, best to be away from all the drunken hoopla and possible triggers. But what about this year, instead of laying low and waiting it out, we try having some sober fun on St. Patrick’s Day in Boise? St. Patrick’s Day is Sobering Up The expected tradition of binge drinking on St. Patrick’s Day appears to be enjoying a reconsideration in ..read more
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What to Expect in Dialectical Behavior Therapy
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by Northpoint Recovery
2w ago
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a valuable option for many people in substance abuse rehab. It can support your drug or alcohol recovery while also addressing other mental health issues. Compared to other forms of therapy, DBT is relatively unique. As a rule, you’ll get more benefits from it when you understand how it works. That includes knowing what to expect at each stage of your participation in the therapy. Contact Northpoint Recovery online or call 208.486.0130 today to learn what to expect from our dialectical behavior therapy services in Idaho. What to Expect in Pre-Assessment fo ..read more
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The Effects of Opioid Abuse on Women
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by chrisclancy
2w ago
March 8 is International Women’s Day, a day to celebrate women’s achievements and raise awareness about gender issues, including issues common among women living with addiction and possible co-occurring mental health disorders. Among these issues is the effects of painkiller abuse on women. While the diseases of alcoholism and substance use disorder do not discriminate, a specific set of circumstances appears to place women at greater risk for developing a painkiller addiction than men. The reasons for this greater risk are varied, and worth exploring. After all, knowing the risk factors invol ..read more
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