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The Price of Addiction vs. the Investment in Recovery: A Financial Analysis of Addiction Treatment and Long-Term Savings

Addiction takes a significant toll, not just on individuals but on families, communities, and society at large, with far-reaching financial consequences. This blog explores the economic impact of addiction, from healthcare and legal costs to lost productivity, and highlights the potential for financial recovery through treatment. Retreat-based addiction treatment programs, though initially expensive, offer a high return on investment (ROI), with research showing every $1 spent on treatment saves $4-$7 in associated costs. Post-treatment recovery often leads to improved employment, reduced healthcare and legal expenses, and better financial management, transforming lives and communities.
Wallace Murray
6.12.2024

The Science of Psilocybin: How It Helps Rewire the Brain for Sobriety

Psilocybin offers a transformative approach to addiction recovery by rewiring the brain, reducing cravings, and addressing emotional trauma. It disrupts negative thought patterns, promotes neuroplasticity, and fosters healthier coping mechanisms. Studies show its effectiveness in treating alcohol and nicotine addiction, with promising potential for opioid recovery. When combined with guided therapy, psilocybin provides a holistic path to lasting sobriety and renewed hope for those struggling with addiction.
Lukas Prihoda
27.11.2024

A Day in the Life of a Psilocybin-Assisted Psilocybin Retreat

Discover the transformative power of a psilocybin-assisted retreat with the Get Sober Program. Combining psychedelics with therapeutic practices, this structured program supports addiction recovery through mindfulness, group therapy, guided psilocybin sessions, and integration activities. With expert supervision and a holistic focus on mental and physical well-being, participants gain tools to overcome dependency and build healthier, sustainable habits.
Lukas Prihoda
18.11.2024

Signs You May Be Struggling with Addiction

Addiction affects millions and often stems from deep-rooted emotional pain and trauma. Recognizing the signs is crucial for seeking help. Common indicators include physical symptoms like changes in appearance, withdrawal symptoms, and increased tolerance. Emotional signals, such as mood swings, anxiety, and guilt, are also typical, as are behavioral changes like secrecy, financial issues, and neglect of responsibilities. Addiction may take many forms beyond substance use, including gambling, workaholism, and more. At the GET SOBER PROGRAM, we take a compassionate, holistic approach, addressing the trauma and underlying causes to support true healing. Recovery is possible.
Wallace Murray
7.11.2024

Crafting a Personal Relapse Prevention Plan Post-Retreat

Start with self-assessment: identify triggers, early warning signs, and strengths learned during the retreat. Develop strategies to avoid triggers and use healthy coping techniques, like mindfulness and connecting with support contacts. Prioritize well-being through goal-setting, regular support group meetings, and therapy. Remember, setbacks are opportunities to refine your approach, not failures. With a proactive mindset, support, and regular plan adjustments, lasting sobriety is achievable.
Wallace Murray
5.11.2024

Achieving increased Productivity and Focus through Sobriety

Establishing a routine provides stability and organization, while prioritizing physical health through regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate sleep enhances mental clarity. Mindfulness practices like meditation and deep breathing help manage stress and distractions. Breaking tasks into manageable steps, such as using the Pomodoro Technique, reduces overwhelm and promotes progress. Staying connected to support systems ensures accountability and encouragement. By incorporating these habits, individuals in sobriety can improve their focus, resilience, and overall productivity.
Lukas Prihoda
24.10.2024

Get Sober Program: A Comprehensive Approach to Managing Cravings

Overcoming addiction involves managing cravings, a key challenge in recovery. The Get Sober Program offers a specialized approach to address cravings through a combination of evidence-based therapies, including psilocybin therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques. Psilocybin helps break addictive thought patterns, while CBT reframes negative thinking. The program also incorporates medication-assisted therapy, personalized counseling, and stress reduction strategies. By addressing the psychological and emotional roots of cravings and providing ongoing support, the Get Sober Program empowers individuals to achieve lasting sobriety and regain control over their lives.
Lukas Prihoda
11.10.2024

Holistic Treatment vs Traditional Rehab

Holistic treatment focuses on the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—emphasizing balance and utilizing natural therapies like acupuncture and meditation. It prioritizes prevention and personalized care, encouraging active participation in the healing process. In contrast, traditional medicalized treatment diagnoses and treats specific conditions primarily through pharmaceuticals, viewing health as the absence of disease and often treating individuals as passive participants. Overall, holistic treatment aims to identify root causes and promote wellness, while traditional approaches focus on symptom management, making the Get Sober Program's holistic methods distinctively supportive of overall health and well-being.
Wallace Murray
24.9.2024

The Format of Psychedelic Retreats to Best Prepare You

Psychedelic retreats are structured to provide a holistic experience, guiding participants through a transformative journey. Before the retreat, participants prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically through consultations, intention setting, and practices like meditation or yoga. The retreats are often held in natural, serene environments designed to foster introspection. During the retreat, participants undergo a guided psychedelic experience using substances like psilocybin, ayahuasca, or MDMA, with facilitators offering support through music, breathwork, or meditation. Afterward, integration is key, helping participants process their insights through therapy, reflection, and group discussions. Post-retreat support ensures ongoing growth and healing.
Wallace Murray
17.9.2024

Psychedelic and Psilocybin Mushroom Treatment for Alcoholism

Psilocybin therapy, using the active compound found in certain mushrooms, is emerging as a promising treatment for alcoholism. This approach helps individuals confront the psychological roots of addiction by inducing profound introspection and emotional breakthroughs. Unlike traditional methods, psilocybin therapy often requires only a few sessions, offering long-lasting effects and a personalized healing experience. While not suitable for everyone, and best administered in a controlled environment, psilocybin shows potential as an innovative and holistic alternative for those struggling with alcohol dependence.
Lukas Prihoda
9.9.2024

What you need to know about Psychedelic Retreats

Psychedelic retreats are immersive experiences where participants use psychedelic substances in a supportive environment for healing, personal growth, or spiritual exploration. Guided by trained facilitators, these retreats draw on both indigenous traditions and modern therapeutic approaches. Popular substances include ayahuasca, psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA. While offering benefits like emotional healing and spiritual growth, these retreats also carry risks if not properly managed. As interest in psychedelics rises, these retreats are becoming an important aspect of mental health and spiritual well-being.
Wallace Murray
9.9.2024

Exercising to Aid With Drug Abuse Recovery: Avoid These Major Mistakes

When you suffer from a substance abuse disorder, it can completely uproot your life and make it feel impossible to recover. Fortunately, it is possible to recover with the right tools to improve your mental health. Studies show that regular exercise can reduce drug use, but it's up to you to find the right routine. To ensure that you remain on the right path, Get Sober Program outlines four major mistakes to avoid.
Denise Lozada
17.8.2024

How gym, sauna, and discipline can help with addiction

In our program, we highly engage in regular exercise, utilize a sauna, and maintain discipline, which can contribute positively to overcoming addiction. While these methods may not be standalone solutions, they can be valuable components of a comprehensive approach to addiction recovery. Here's how each element may play a role:
Lukas Prihoda
17.8.2024

Preventing alcohol relapse during the Christmas

If you are with your family or you just stay alone, preventing alcohol relapse during the Christmas season can be challenging. Get Sober Program can provide you with tools and strategies to navigate this period successfully. Here are some general guidelines that could help you stay sober.
Lukas Prihoda
17.8.2024

Why We Are Effective in our Treatment

Our effectiveness is in our personalized and comprehensive treatment plan that addresses individual needs and preferences as we go through our steps and is most effective when integrated into our broader treatment program that includes our support systems and psychedelic integration therapies
Wallace Murray
17.8.2024

Our Holistic Approach to Recovery

Here at the Get Sober Program, we take a holistic approach to recovery, focusing on treating the individual as a whole in our work. We address not only the physical symptoms of addiction but also the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. This approach recognizes that addiction affects every area of a person's life and therefore, recovery should be multidimensional in all four aspects.
Wallace Murray
17.8.2024

Magic mushroom compound psilocybin cuts alcohol cravings

At Get Sober Program, we recognize that alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a significant global concern, causing around 3 million deaths each year. The available treatments for AUD are limited, with only four approved medications. However, there's growing excitement about the potential of psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, as a possible solution for Alcohol Use Disorder
Lukas Prihoda
17.8.2024

The Sobering Truth: Consequences of Alcohol Consumption on Health

Alcohol, deeply ingrained in many cultures and societies, has long been a companion in social gatherings, celebrations, and relaxation. However, it's important to acknowledge the less glamorous side of this substance. At the Get Sober Program, we believe that understanding the consequences of alcohol consumption is crucial for making informed choices about our health and well-being.
Lukas Prihoda
17.8.2024

Magic Mushroom Helps Treat Alcohol Addiction

They said that almost half of the study participants who received psilocybin stopped drinking completely. However, that effect lasted for years in some cases. According to Michael Bogenschutz, author of the study and director of NYU Langone's Center for Psychedelic Medicine, this means that "it's not that we're masking the symptoms" of the disorder, as "people have actually changed in some ways" and "that's really exciting."
Lukas Prihoda
17.8.2024

Optimizing Your Breath for Health and Well-Being

Achieving a state of optimal breathing can have profound effects on your overall health and well-being. In our daily lives, we often overlook the way we breathe, and this oversight can lead to various health issues. Let's delve into some techniques and insights to help you harness the power of your breath.
Lukas Prihoda
17.8.2024

Magic mushrooms, psilocybin, alcoholism and relapses

In this randomized clinical trial in participants with AUD, psilocybin administered in combination with psychotherapy was associated with robust and sustained decreases in drinking, which were greater than those observed following active placebo with psychotherapy. These results provide support for further study of psilocybin-assisted treatment for adults with Alcohol Use Disorder.
Lukas Prihoda
17.8.2024

Vše o psilocybinu a léčby závislosti na alkoholu

Podobně jako u ostatních psychedelických druhů, i cesta psilocybinových hub do psychiky veřejnosti, z ní a zpět do ní byla pořádným výletem. Stále více veřejných i soukromých psychedelických společností se zajímá o výzkum psychedelické terapie. Psilocybinem asistovaná terapie zahrnuje zkoumání konkrétního, předem stanoveného záměru s cílem uzdravení a transformace.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

Léčba alkoholismu pomocí psilocybinové terapie

Po podání první dávky psilocybinu se výrazně snížila procenta výskytu těžkých i standardních picích dnů. Co se týče vztahu mezi akutním efektem a odpovědí na léčbu, tak výrazná pozitivní korelace se objevila mezi intenzitou akutního efektu, picího chování a v některých případech i mezi intenzivitou touhou se napít, či nakolik si jedinec věřil, že se nenapije). Pacienti také hlásili lehké, přechodné obtíže (bolesti hlavy, nevolnost, zvracení, průjem, nespavost), které do jednoho dne od podání psilocybinu vymizely.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

20 Best Supplements for Alcohol Recovery

Supplements can be helpful in supporting alcohol recovery, but it's vital to consult with a healthcare professional before adding any supplements to your regimen. They can assess your specific needs and ensure that supplements are safe and effective for you. Here are 20 supplements that are often considered beneficial for alcohol recovery. Get Sober Program recommend:
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

Therapy For Addiction Recovery

Alcohol and substance addiction therapy, also known as addiction treatment or substance use disorder treatment, involves a range of therapeutic approaches aimed at helping individuals overcome their dependence on alcohol or drugs. These therapies address the physical, psychological, and behavioral aspects of addiction and support individuals in achieving and maintaining sobriety. For information about our specialized program: www.getsoberprogram.com
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

How to get sober in UK

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a pervasive and often debilitating condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. In the United Kingdom, it's estimated that around 7.8% of the adult population struggle with alcohol dependency. Fortunately, there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon, with innovative programs like GetSoberProgram.com offering comprehensive support to those seeking recovery. In this article, we will delve into how this program is making a profound difference in the lives of people battling AUD in the UK.
Benedict Franecki
5.4.2024

Psilocybin therapy for alcohol addiction in Holland

Psilocybin therapy has shown promise in the treatment of various mental health conditions. Studies have shown that psilocybin can be effective in reducing symptoms of addiction, anxiety, and depression. It has also been shown to increase feelings of empathy, connectedness, and well-being.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

Sign up for an Ayahuasca ceremony in Colombia

We would like to invite you to join us for a life-changing ceremony in the beautiful country of Colombia, where you will have the opportunity to experience the powerful and transformative plant medicine, Ayahuasca alias Yage.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

First help if you find out your child take drugs

Addiction is a serious issue that affects people of all ages, including teenagers. Teenagers are particularly vulnerable to addiction due to their developing brains and the challenges they face during this period of their lives
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

Nobody talks about this. Do people with addiction have different brain?

Addiction is a complex disorder that affects millions of people around the world. According to statistics, approximately 8% of the population is suffering from addiction, and this number is increasing every year. In this article, we will explore some of the reasons why addiction is so prevalent and why it can be difficult to overcome.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

What is ibogaine

Ibogaine is a natural psychoactive substance derived from the roots of the African plant, Tabernanthe iboga. It has been used for centuries by indigenous communities in Gabon for spiritual and medicinal purposes. However, in recent years, ibogaine has gained popularity as a potential treatment for addiction.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

10 benefits of staying sober

The addiction treatment program helps people to stay sober. Staying sober can have many benefits for an individual's physical and mental health, relationships, career, and overall well-being. Here are some reasons why staying sober might be important:
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

Ayahuasca (Yage) ceremony in Colombia. We organize trips every few months for our clients as a part of an alcohol addiction treatment program

Armenia In is a small city located in the Quindio department of Colombia, known for its lush green landscapes and coffee plantations. In recent years, it has also become a popular destination for those seeking Ayahuasca experiences. In Armenia, there are psilocybin ceremonies for Alcoholism and addiction treatment.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

What you need to know about addiction

In our addiction treatment program, we know there is a link between the repeated use of certain substances and activities, and how the brain experiences pleasure. An addictive behavior triggers the creation of the hormone, dopamine, which causes feelings of pleasure and satisfaction (a mental 'high'). The brain remembers this rush of pleasure and wants them repeated.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

How can I detox my liver naturally

After an addiction treatment program, there is a certain superfood that naturally helps cleanse your liver. Your liver converts toxins into waste products, cleansing your blood, and metabolizing nutrients and medications to provide the body with some of its most important proteins. It’s responsible for more than 500 different functions in the body. Of course, there are things you can do to improve your health and support healthy liver function.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

Wim How method, breathwork, deliberate cold exposure, and other techniques

I started smoking hashish when I was 17. It was fun. As a teenager, I never gave a moment’s thought about it other than the fun I had with my friends. I began smoking more often. At first, I smoked with friends. It was an odd weekend. Then every weekend. Then during the week. Then every day. I knew I need addiction counseling.
Daniel Winston
5.4.2024

Gut microbiome

In our addiction treatment program, we know how big the connection between the gut microbiome and how we feel is, including our mood and emotions. The gut microbiome, the collection of microorganisms that reside in the gut, plays an important role in various physiological processes, including digestion, metabolism, and immune function.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024

The new ways how to cure alcohol addiction.

Alcoholism, or alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition affecting millions worldwide. While traditional treatments, such as medication-assisted treatment, alcohol addiction counseling, and support groups, have been effective for many people, new approaches are being explored to help individuals overcome their addictions.
Lukas Prihoda
5.4.2024