Milieu Therapy: What Is It?

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“Milieu” is French for the social environment. Milieu therapy leverages therapeutic communities and environments to inspire and effect positive change on individuals, often focused on self-care and cognitive-communication. Simply, milieu places…

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When A Loved One Relapses

While a loved one is in active addiction, the effects on the family are often severe. The disease spreads throughout the family unit, drowning parents, siblings, spouses and children in…

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Helping Employees with Substance Abuse

Each year, substance abuse costs American businesses an estimated $276 billion. Beyond the financial impact, accidents and fatalities exact a terrible human price. In fact, one out of ten employees…

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Road to Recovery: Family Recovery

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Addiction is a family disease. What does that mean? Substance Use Disorder (SUD) affects more than just the person struggling with the disease. It affects every member of the family.…

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Families and Recovery: Essential Steps

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Each September at Valley Hope we celebrate National Recovery Month. VH facilities across the country have unique events planned throughout the month to engage the public in learning more about…

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