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Rockland Recovery Group operates four Joint Commission accredited treatment centers in Massachusetts. Editorial content is written by our staff and reviewed by our clinical team.
Articles by Rockland Recovery Group
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Does Blue Cross Blue Shield Cover Rehab?
Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield plans cover rehab for substance use and mental health conditions when treatment is medically necessary, including partial hospitalization, intensive…
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Rockland Recovery Group to Open Longview Behavioral Health, Its First Inpatient Campus, on the South Shore
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Kingston campus brings inpatient substance use and mental health care together on land tied to the Florence family for nearly…
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Alcohol Withdrawal Timeline – What Happens Hour by Hour
Alcohol withdrawal follows a fairly predictable arc. Early symptoms begin 6 to 12 hours after the last drink, risk peaks between 24 and 72…
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Does Insurance Cover Rehab? A Plan-by-Plan Breakdown
If you have commercial health insurance, the answer is almost always yes. Federal law treats substance use disorder treatment as an essential health benefit,…
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PHP vs IOP Differences, Costs & How to Choose
The difference between PHP vs IOP comes down to hours and intensity. A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is full-day treatment, typically 5 to 6…
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How Much Does Rehab Cost in Massachusetts?
Rehab in Massachusetts runs anywhere from a modest copay on an in-network insurance plan to more than $20,000 a month if you pay privately…
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What Makes a Sober Living Environment Safe
A sober living environment is safe when its rules are kept every time. Here is what to look for in a sober house, what MASH certification means, and how to make a home safe for someone in recovery.
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How to Stay Sober: 7 Things That Actually Hold
Staying sober is a different skill from getting sober. Here are the seven things that hold up in the first year: structure, people, medication, what to do with a craving, and what to do after a slip.
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Living with an Alcoholic – Best Coping Strategies for Family Members
Alcoholism is a devastating disease, and its effects are strongly felt by anyone who lives with an alcoholic. The effects of alcohol addiction impact…
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What Does Relapse Mean? Understanding the Term and Its Implications
Relapse is often viewed as a weakness or a failure in addiction recovery, but this is far from the truth. Relapse is not only…
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How Long Does It Take to Break an Addiction? Explained
It was once said that it’s possible to break any habit in about three weeks. Current research tells us this isn’t always the case,…
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Can You Die from Withdrawal Symptoms?
Alcohol and drug withdrawal is a physically demanding process. Can You Die from Withdrawal Symptoms? While many people recognize that withdrawal is difficult, the…
