This article is the first in a series about family systems and the reciprocal relationship between family therapy and mental health treatment. If nothing else, the pandemic has brought each of us a greater understanding of how we relate to one another: we miss our co-workers, we miss simple interactions with our neighbors, we start […]
What is spirituality? Why do people often bristle at the idea of a spiritual association with 12- Step programs of recovery? Is there room for atheists and agnostics in the world of recovery? A recent study in the Journal of Religion and Health investigated the effects of spirituality on recovery from alcohol addiction. Statistics from […]
Addiction in Northern Virginia: A Hidden Crisis We often hear about the opioid epidemic, but many of us believe it won’t affect our lives. However, is that really the case? In Fairfax County, opioid overdoses are the number one cause of unnatural death, according to the Fairfax County Health Department. Fentanyl-related overdose deaths in Fairfax […]
A recent article in JAMA Psychiatry points to a few unique challenges that mental healthcare providers face when practicing telehealth for substance use disorder versus other mental health practices. Notably, the authors point to the ways in which addiction treatment relies on in-person visits: “Compared with mental health, adoption of telehealth for SUDs has been […]
Ask any business owner or service provider what they think of Yelp and you will likely hear, “It’s complicated,” accompanied by a deep sigh. While most businesses are happy for the boost in business that comes with a high rating, bad reviews are almost impossible to remove – even if their claims are unfair or […]
Proudly serving Washington DC and surrounding Northern Virginia communities. New Paradigm Recovery is located in Tyson’s Corner and primarily serves individuals and families in and around Washington, DC. Our team members, among the most experienced clinicians and professionals in the region, live in the DC community. We provide high-quality addiction treatment to serve people seeking […]
A recent article in Substance Abuse by Cockroft et al. explored several ways that women experience distrust towards healthcare providers when seeking treatment for substance abuse disorders. In this small study, several themes emerged as common barriers blocking patients’ perception of trust toward their healthcare providers. The data collected showed that the female participants in […]
Balancing Life and Recovery Finding the right balance between personal responsibilities and addiction treatment can be challenging, especially for those living in Falls Church, VA. For individuals seeking effective care that doesn’t disrupt their daily lives, an outpatient rehab near Falls Church, VA offers an ideal solution. At New Paradigm Recovery, we specialize in providing […]
Discreet, Convenient Care: Why Evening IOPs at New Paradigm Recovery Are Ideal for Professionals Living in Great Falls, VA, and working in the bustling DC area often means managing a demanding schedule. For professionals facing challenges with drug or alcohol use, finding a treatment option that fits into a busy lifestyle is crucial. That’s where […]
Addiction to narcotics and alcohol may be more common than we think – and according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) it remains one of the leading causes of death for all Americans. In fact, NIDA recently released data and statistics of drug overdoses in the United States, and in the period from […]
