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BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining what new patients can expect during intake, including assessments, care planning, and introduction to behavioral health and addiction services.
Awareness and Stigma

What can I expect at intake as a new patient?

Learn what to expect during your new patient intake | BHG appointment. Dr. Ben Nordstrom explains assessments, medical evaluation and more.

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Awareness and Stigma

Effective Coping Skills to Manage Cravings

Discover effective coping skills for cravings. Learn practical strategies and healthy distractions to manage substance use triggers and support addiction recovery.
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Awareness and Stigma

The Journey of Recovery

Addiction recovery stories from BHG patients show how hope, perseverance and the first step can lead to healing.
Professional staff member conducting patient intake interview at computer desk during onboarding process.
Addictions

New Patient Onboarding at BHG

Learn the patient onboarding process at BHG and what to expect at your first appointment, from assessment to goal setting and supportive care.
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Awareness and Stigma

A Story of Love & Support

A Story of Love & Support shares how Tiffany and Caleb found recovery together through treatment, support and hope at BHG.
BHG's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, is discussing ways families and loved ones can support someone with substance use disorder through compassion, education, and treatment-focused care.
Addictions

How can you help a loved one with substance use disorder?

Learn how to help a loved one with substance use disorder through support, communication and connecting them to treatment.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, discussing how individuals can return to treatment and recovery after a slip or relapse, emphasizing compassion, support, and evidence-based care.
Addictions

How do you get back on track after a slip or relapse?

How do you get back on track after a slip or relapse? Learn practical steps, support strategies and how to move forward in recovery.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, discussing strategies for managing triggers and cravings in addiction recovery, including coping mechanisms and behavioral techniques.
Addictions

How can you manage triggers and cravings?

How can you manage triggers and cravings? Learn practical strategies, support tools and ways to stay on track in recovery.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining why missing a medication dose in addiction treatment can affect recovery and the importance of adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
Awareness and Stigma

Why are we concerned when you when you miss a medication dose?

Missing a medication dose can affect stability and recovery. Learn why consistency matters and what to do if you miss a dose.
BHG’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ben Nordstrom, explaining why receiving the correct dose of medication is critical for effective addiction treatment and long-term recovery.
Awareness and Stigma

Why is getting the right dose of medication so important?

Why is getting the right dose of medication so important? Dr. Nordstrom explains how the right dose supports comfort, stability and 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 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.