Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking?
Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?
Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking?
Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or to get rid of a hangover?

Answering yes to any of the above may indicate a substance abuse problem requiring further assessment.

An addiction to alcohol or other drugs takes over your life. It will try to rob you of your right to make good, healthy decisions for yourself. Treatment can help you gain back your freedom and take charge of your own life.

Since 1973, Chestnut Health Systems has been providing treatment for individuals addicted to alcohol and other drugs. Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, Chestnut's comprehensive adult chemical dependency services include both outpatient and residential treatment.

In addition to substance-based education, those involved with treatment at Chestnut will attend various skills groups, such as self-esteem, decision-making, coping, emotions and communication. Because of the connection between substance use and HIV infection, everyone in treatment at Chestnut meets with our full-time HIV educator.

Chestnut Health Systems' Adult Chemical Dependency Services are individualized to address each person's special concerns and underlying substance abuse issues.