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Evidence-based treatment is an important phrase in the medical world because it means that treatments have been proven to be effective in a large portion of the population. According to the journal "Health Policy," the best definition of evidence-based practice is...

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of psychotherapy that is used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). People suffering from PTSD find it difficult to process thoughts, negative memories, or upsetting feelings that are related to...

The Joint Commission on Accreditation, Health Care, and Certification - known as The Joint Commission for short, is an independent, not-for-profit organization that evaluates the kind of care and environment healthcare facilities provide. If the facility can meet The...

Between 8% and 10% of American adults over the age of 12 required treatment for alcohol or drug abuse or dependency, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health reports. Detox is the first step in drug and alcohol recovery. Its foremost goal is to cleanse...

Life after IOP can be an adjustment, but if you follow a few simple tips, the transition to an independent life can be smooth and successful. Follow Your Aftercare Program You'll exit your IOP armed with an aftercare plan to help prevent relapse, so it's important to...