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Individual reflecting on recovery and the impact of substance use disorder on brain health.
Addictions

How Does Substance Use Disorder Affect the Brain?

Substance use disorder changes brain chemistry, decision-making and the reward system. Learn how SUD affects the brain and how recovery can help it heal.

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BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining the importance of counseling in addiction treatment and behavioral health to support recovery, coping skills, and long-term wellness.
Counseling and IOP

Why is counseling so important?

Why is counseling so important? Dr. Ben Nordstrom explains how counseling supports healing, recovery and long-term success in treatment.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining how medications support addiction treatment by reducing cravings, preventing relapse, and improving recovery outcomes.
Addictions

Why use medications during treatment?

Why use medications during treatment? Dr. Ben Nordstrom explains how medication can reduce cravings, ease withdrawal and support recovery.
Addictions

When is the right time to get treatment?

When is the right time to get treatment? Dr. Ben Nordstrom explains signs it may be time to seek help and start recovery.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining how opioids interact with the brain, affecting mood, reward pathways, and risk of addiction.
Addictions

How do opioids affect the brain?

How opioids affect the brain includes changes to reward, pain and decision-making. Learn how opioid use impacts brain function and recovery.
BHG clinicians discussing medication-assisted treatment, explaining how FDA-approved medications combined with counseling support effective, long-term addiction recovery.
Addictions

How should we think about medication-assisted treatment?

Understanding medication-assisted treatment helps explain how medication and counseling support recovery and improve outcomes.
BHG discussing how stigma around addiction impacts people’s willingness to seek treatment and the importance of compassionate, stigma-free behavioral health care.
Addictions

How has stigma affected people’s willingness to seek care?

Stigma and seeking addiction treatment are closely linked. Learn how stigma affects care and what helps people feel comfortable seeking help.
BHG staff explaining the integrated dynamic care model, combining medical, counseling, and behavioral health services to provide coordinated, patient-centered addiction treatment.
Behavioral Health Group

What is BHG’s integrated dynamic care model?

BHG integrated dynamic care model combines medication, counseling and coordinated support to improve outcomes and support recovery.
BHG discussing strategies that help patients stay engaged in treatment, including supportive care models, patient follow-up, and evidence-based addiction treatment programs.
Addictions

What is BHG doing to keep patients in treatment?

What is BHG doing to keep patients in treatment? Learn how BHG supports patients with medication, counseling and ongoing care.
BHG explaining the key components of evidence-based treatment, including therapy, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral interventions, and patient-centered care.
Behavioral Health Group

What are key components in evidence-based treatment?

Key components of evidence-based treatment include medication, counseling and coordinated care to support recovery and improve outcomes.
An image of a group of people with fireworks in their hands celebrating the new year.
Treatment and Recovery

New Year’s Resolutions in Addiction Recovery: A Practical Guide

Learn how New Year’s resolutions in addiction recovery can prioritize stability, consistency and support for sustainable progress.
Thumbnail of Breastfeeding Baby and Me flyer.
Patients

Flyer: Opioid Use Disorder and Your Baby

Learn how pregnancy and opioid treatment can support healthy outcomes for mothers and babies with coordinated, compassionate care.
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Patient Stories

A Story of Love and Support: Caleb and Tiffany’s Story

Caleb and Tiffany found strength, hope and lasting recovery together through compassionate, evidence-based care at BHG.