Abusing drugs and alcohol not only increases your risk of fatal overdose, it can negatively impact your personal relationships, devastate your finances, get you in trouble with law enforcement, or cause you to lose your job or get kicked out of school. Finding the right rehab center is your chance to break free from the cycle of addiction and take back control of your life. Read on to learn more about substance abuse in Missouri and resources that are available for those seeking help.
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Wife and doctor suggested I go. The counslers were very good and so was the rest of the staff
Sana lake has an entire team to help support you in your recovery. Peer recovery coaches stay with members throughout and even after leaving treatment. The staff all seem to care and understand addiction and recovery and all of the locations, especially Dittmer, are beautiful.
If you made the decision to face your problems with addiction and/or alcohol, the next step you should take is to go to Midwest Institute for Addiction. I can't say enough about M.I.A.! They support you every step of the way while you rebuild your life and learn how to live an awesome sober life like a rockstar. Unlike most rehabs, M.I.A. isn't just another 12 step recovery program you have to pay for. Every stage of treatment is overseen by licensed professionals—even the groups are lead by therapists. They have a more evidence-based and holistic approach to recovery and everyone’s treatment is specific to their needs...there is no cookie cutter approach to recovery at this place which is SO refreshing! I owe them more than I can ever pay back. The added bonus is—they take insurance! Regarding Nutrition—they also have a registered dietician that does wellness groups to help you avoid replacing your drug/alcohol addiction with a raging sugar/food addiction like I have in the past.
The United States is in the midst of an opioid epidemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates at least 50% of opioid overdose deaths involve a prescription opioid painkiller. Drugs like oxycodone, fentanyl, and heroin all contribute to the rising number of overdose deaths. In Missouri, the highest rates of opioid-related deaths occur in the state’s eastern regions, especially St. Louis and the surrounding rural and suburban areas.1
Below are additional statistics on the state of drug abuse among vulnerable populations in Missouri:2
People use drugs and/or alcohol for various reasons: to cope with stressors, feel pleasure, or manage pain, for example. Repeated use of psychoactive substances can change the way the brain reacts to drugs and can lead to tolerance, dependence, and addiction. Addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disease that can last throughout a person’s lifetime. However, treatment is available and research shows that a combination of medication and behavioral therapies is most successful in managing addiction.
The decision to access treatment is the first step in recovery. There are hundreds of professional centers across the country that provide evidence-based treatment in a relaxing, sober environment. You can call us at to speak to a representative about finding a rehab center that’s best for you.
Whether you are considering inpatient or outpatient treatment, you might be concerned about how to cover the expenses. Keep in mind that no matter how expensive rehab is, you are investing in your health and your future.
In order to cover the cost of addiction treatment, consider the following: