Frequent Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do you offer family treatment programs?
What are the signs and symptoms of drug or alcohol abuse?
What are the signs and symptoms of a pyschiatric disorder?
Do you offer sober living referrals or assistance in placement?
How do I know if I have Bipolar Disorder?
How can I discern if I have a problem or if you can help?
What can I "expect" when I come to the the center?
What should I "bring" when I come to the the center?
What is "whole person care"?
Whole Person Care is an integration of the traditional 12 Step Recovery with complimentary therapies to treat the whole person - mind, body and spirit - not just the disease. [Top]
Do you offer family treatment programs?
We believe that addiction affects the entire family. Recognizing and acknowledging family pain is an intergral part of the recovery healing. We provide an intensive family program around education and support. [Top]
What are the signs and symptoms of drug or alcohol abuse?
One of the oldest and most tested dependency evaluation tools for Chemical Dependency is a questionnaire that has its origins from the Johnson Institute of Minneapolis. [Top]
If you answer "yes" to one or more of thequestions, it does not necessarily imply a chemical dependency problem, three or more "yes" answers suggest that you should more closely evaluate your drug and or alcohol use. [Top]
What are the signs and symptoms of a psychiatric disorder?
Signs and symptoms of a psychiatric disorder may include:
- Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, hopelessness, or helplessness
- Thoughts of death or suicide
- Increase or decrease in energy levels
- Sleep disturbances
- Loss of interest in activities that were once pleasurable
- Difficulty with concentration or making decisions
- Changes in appetite
- Increased agitation and/or restlessness
- Change in Hygiene or grooming habits
- Distorted thinking
- Increased feeling of fear and/or anxiety
Do you offer sober living referrals or assistance in placement?
Yes, Riverside Center of Behavioral Medicine offers sober living referrals and placement when appropriate for our patients. [Top]
What is Bipolar Disorder?
More than 2 million American adults have bipolar disorder, a type of mental illness marked by severe episodes of mania and depression, often with long periods of normality in between.
How do I know if I have Bipolar Disorder?
To help discern if your symptoms are indicative of bipolar disorder, try answering our brief questionnaire. You may also call us at 1.800.992.0901.
How can I discern if I have a problem or if you can help?
Our counselors provide individual and confidential assessements at no charge. We can put you in touch with a counselor today. Just complete our Request Assistance form or call us at 1.800.992.0901. [Top]
What can I "expect" when I come to the center?
You can expect confidential, caring treatment by qualified staff and doctors on our private hospital campus that has a park like feel. [Top]
What should I "bring" when I come to the center?
We want every person entering treatment to have a healthy, comfortable and safe environment in which to begin healing. For this reason, we have some strict policies on what you may bring with you and what should be left at home. Please refer to our What to Bring page for a more specific list. [Top]