Baltimore, MD

If you are here to visit or a brief stay or even to make Baltimore your home town, why not have a bit of fun while you're here. You can check out the National Aquarium or the Maryland Science Center. You can also have a peak at Harbor Place or Fort Henry National Monument if you're feeling patriotic. Sports fan? Take a trip to the Babe Ruth Museum and find out a bit more about The Big Bambino. If you're a bit of a daredevil and thrive on the need for speed, head on over to the Pamlico Race Course.

There are so many things in Baltimore than can appeal to everyone but something not many people talk about is their rehabilitation centers. They do have them; they exist for you to find the recovery that you need. Don't feel ashamed if you need to use their services because they are here for you not for the opinion of others who don't know what you're going through. Take advantage of these services and after you've completed the treatment you can find your true path in life, not the one that you were forced on by your addiction. You have a whole new life waiting for you to find it, so start the search now.

Do I Have to Travel for Treatment?

It is not required but it is recommended. Skipping town for a few weeks to focus on recovering from your drug or alcohol problem can provide many benefits. Addiction feeds off of bad habits so removing yourself from your normal surroundings can help you break those habits. You are in a cycle of abuse probably using drugs or drinking at the same time every day. You are probably also associating with people who encourage your drug and alcohol use. Leaving town can help create some separation from those people.

In another city or state you will be able to realize that life without drugs or alcohol is possible. When you are far away from where you live, quitting is less likely of an option. When you go to rehab in your town, you can leave at any time knowing your home is close. No friends or family can come pick you up.

There is no such thing as alone in the recovery field. You are will trained professional while in inpatient, you meet with therapists after and you go to meetings when you're in recovery. If you ever need someone to talk to or just need a shoulder to lean on, find a fellowship and use them. They want you to be the best person you can be and you can't do that if you're afraid to make connections. Take a step in the right direction, connect with a group.