Outpatient vs. Intensive Outpatient Treatment

What is the difference between outpatient treatment and "intensive" outpatient treatment, for drug addiction? We are looking at options for local outpatient treatment centers and therapy/counseling for addiction treatment. Rehab isn't needed this time, and meetings weren't really enough last time. W

Do you need a license to be a drug counselor?

Is it required for professional drug counselors to have a license? If so, what kind of certification is necessary?

What is "sober living" vs. "transitional living" vs. "structured living" ??

I see "Sober House" or "Sober Home" with "Sober Living", but also "Transitional Housing" and "Structured Living Facility". I'd like the differences explained properly.

What is cocaethylene?

A book I'm reading said using cocaine along with alcohol creates cocaethylene/cocaethyline in the body, which is an addicting drug worse than cocaine (?) Really?

Definition of Addiction

What is the definition of addiction?

Is drug addiction a disease?

Is drug addiction a disease, a mental disorder, an illness...what?

What are the most addictive drugs?

Out of all of the drugs on the streets, including alcohol and nicotine, which are the most addictive?

Is LSD addictive?

Can someone become addicted to LSD (Acid)?

Symptoms of prescription drug addiction?

What are the symptoms of prescription drug addiction? I fear that a family member ...

Prescription drug addiction is often difficult to identify, and many people are unaware of their own dependencies. Are we following doctor's orders?

What is roxy used for?

What is roxy used for?

Can a child be born with a drug dependency?

If an expecting mother is addicted to drugs, is her chemical dependency passed-on to her unborn child? Would the baby then be born with a drug dependency?

Does drug detox make you sick?

I understand how hard it is to check yourself into a detox program, but is detox itself physically demanding? How bad does it get?

What is an intervention?

What is drug intervention?

Is an intervention kidnapping?

If the addict doesn't want help, how can an intervention not be kidnapping?

What does "off the wagon" mean?

What does it mean when someone "falls off the wagon"?

Is there a "stay sober" pill?

Is there a prescription pill available that will keep me sober during recovery?

Why does Florida have so much drug use?

I keep stumbling upon news articles concerning drug incidents in Florida. Is it just me, or does Florida have an unusually high rate of drug activity? If so, why?

What is NA?

What is NA (Narcotics Anonymous)?

Will I have a panic attack if I stop taking Xanax?

I am trying to lower my typical intake of Xanax, but every time I skip a dose, my blood pressure spikes, I sweat like a pig, and I live in constant fear. It's like I'm on the verge of having panic attacks all day and through night. Will this get any better?

Where can I find an interventionist in New York City?

How do I find an interventionist for drug and alcohol addiction in New York City? Who should I call to help me with an intervention?

Are you safe in drug rehab? (inpatient treatment)

Drugs are scary, and can attract some very dangerous people. Does this create additional risks at inpatient treatment facilities, where recovering drug addicts share residencies?

Is Facebook a drug?

Can social networking sites, like Facebook and Twitter, be considered drugs? I mean, they're addicting, right?

Is it legal to do an intervention?

A drug addiction intervention, or even alcohol addiction intervention.

Does my family have to be involved in my drug addiction treatment?

Drug treatment wants my whole family involved.

Is there a difference between alcoholics and drug addicts?

Is there a difference between alcoholics and drug addicts (besides the substance, of course)?

Do drugs affect men and women differently?

Do drugs affect men and women differently? Is one sex more prone to addiction than the other?

Are synthetic cathinones addictive?

Can people become addicted to synthetic cathinones, such as MDPV, Mephedrone, and/or Methylone?

Does prayer help during recovery from drugs and alcohol?

I am unsure about how I feel when I bring God into my drug and alcohol addictions, is this going to help?

Does massage work for chronic pain?

I'm looking at alternatives to narcotics for pain relief. I'm asking about each alternative therapy for pain, to learn more about the options. What about massage? Is it a real option for treating chronic pain?

Is Hydroxyzine addictive?

My girlfriend was prescribed Hydroxyzine for her severe bug bites. I understand it is also used as a treatment for mild pain and anxiety. Sounds heavier than your average antihistamine to me; how addictive is this stuff? Or am I jumping to conclusions?