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Addiction Recovery Therapy
NorthStar students meet regularly with a Substance Abuse Counselor to develop a Recovery Plan which includes 12-step support group attendance, 12-step work, addressing post-acute withdrawal symptoms, identifying high risk situations and warning signs and integrating emotional regulation skills into the Recovery Plan.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/addictiontherapy.html

Glossary of Terms
Listed are some terms and definitions to help parents navigate through the NorthStar addiction treatment center system.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/drugtreatmentterms.html

Advanced Recovery Aftercare Treatment
NorthStar is an aftercare program designed to continue the therapeutic process after the initial primary care treatment. The NorthStar program focuses on the unique needs of young adults who have experienced challenges with substance abuse/dependence and with accepting personal responsibility for themselves.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/aftercarerecovery.html

Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol is very often the drug of choice for kids and teenagers. Since it is a legal drug for adults, it is the easiest drug to obtain, especially if parents keep a stocked bar in the home for their own social activities.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/alcoholabuse.html

Contact Us
Our residential program specializes in preparing young adults, ages 18 to 25, for independence by helping them attain their GED or finish high school, and teaching them positive living skills and behaviors that develop self-esteem and confidence.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/contact.asp

Choosing a Young Adult Transitional Program
Placement in a transition program should honor the work the young adult has done in primary treatment or wilderness and build on that experience to strengthen the young adult's commitment to change. When considering young adult program options, there are some key factors to consider.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/howtochoose.html

College Binge Drinking
Parents of college students who are heavy binge drinkers often don't realize their son or daughter is in trouble until their child flunks out of school. Binge drinking is defined as having five drinks in a row for males and four for women.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/bingedrinking.html

Drug Abuse Treatment Centers
It is very common for teenagers to experiment with drugs. Drugs are a way for teens to assert their independence and autonomy, in the same way that teenagers sneaking a cigarette used to be. Adolescence is a time for experimentation as a young adult strives to understand themselves and the world around them.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/drugabuse.html

Admissions
NorthStar is a year-long program with a minimum six-month commitment of the student and family. We believe the six-month minimum is crucial to the success of our students to allow them time to integrate a whole new concept of themselves as sober, responsible adults.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/admissions.html

Drug Addiction Treatment Programs
Treatment may include detox programs, behavioral therapy, counseling, cognitive therapy, psychotherapy, group therapy, and educational programs. Detox programs remove the drug from the patient's body while alleviating withdrawal symptoms as much as possible. Behavioral therapy teaches patients how to deal with drug cravings and how to find healthy ways to cope with their problems. It also teaches patients how to avoid situations where they may be tempted and/or exposed to drugs and alcohol.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/drugprograms.html

What a Drug Rehab Program Does
Drug and alcohol addiction is a problem that is non-discriminatory. It afflicts people from all walks of life, all economic brackets, all ages, all races and nationalities. The reasons why some people become addicts are just as diverse. The one commonality is that addiction is very difficult to overcome and requires professional support and the commitment to remain sober. The goal of a rehab program is to teach patients how to live without drugs or alcohol. A drug rehab facility provides the resources to detoxify the body and the skills to remain sober throughout a lifetime.
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Drug and Alcohol Rehab
If drugs and alcohol are an every day part of your child's life, then your child is addicted, either on a physical or an emotional level. Any kind of addiction is a lifelong condition. The greatest chance of recovery and continued sobriety can be found in drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/drugalcoholrehab.html

Drug Rehab Information for Students&Parents
Drug Rehab Information for Students & Parents: What a Drug Rehab Program Does, Life After Drug Rehab, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse,Early Intervention, Drug and Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction Treatment Programs, Relapse Prevention, Halfway Houses, Three-Quarter Houses, Recovery Support, College Binge Drinking, Detox Programs, Sober Living, How to Choose a Drug Addiction Treatment Center
http://www.northstarcenter.com/rehabinfo.html

Early Intervention
Early intervention is a technique with the goal of motivating a child (or adult) who is abusing drugs or alcohol to want help for their addiction, rather then simply agreeing or submitting to it. The longer a parent waits, hoping that it's 'just a phase' and their son or daughter will grow out of it, the further your teen slips into a place where perceptions and judgment grow steadily distorted.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/earlyintervention.html

Employment Opportunities
Find a job at NorthStar Center, which provides a wonderful opportunity in guiding young adults on the journey to recovery, responsibility through recreation.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/jobs.html

Facilities
NorthStar is located in beautiful central Oregon, nationally known for its skiing, mountain climbing, fishing, and its outstanding community college, Central Oregon Community College.
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Halfway Houses
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How to Choose A Drug Rehab Program
Choosing a drug rehab program for your teen is a complex and difficult undertaking. Your child is in crisis, and you must act quickly. Often, parents are not knowledgeable about drug rehab programs, or how to find a reputable one that is ideally designed to help your particular child. When substance abuse has become an integral aspect of your teen's life, time is essential, and you must quickly educate yourself about drug rehabilitation programs. The fastest way to do this is to read the information the facilities provide, and then know what questions to ask when you contact these facilities.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/choosingaddictiontreatment.html

Learning Disabilities and Early Onset Alcoholism
New studies indicate a link between learning disabilities and alcoholism. Some researchers believe that chronic school failure and low self-esteem, the result of undiagnosed learning disabilities, may cause teens to start drinking as a form of self-medication. It may be important to address both the problem of chemical dependency and learning disabilities if a young adult can remain sober and lead a productive life.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/learningdisabilities.html

Life After Rehab
http://www.northstarcenter.com/lifeafterrehab.html

Life Skills
In addition to the time students dedicate to their education, learning independent living skills, and exploring deeper into their emotional selves, NorthStar students also participate in recreational activities.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/lifeskills.html

Tuition and Fincial Aid
Tuition, fee, and fincial payment information.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/tuition.html

Recovery Support - Helping Teens in Early Recovery
When teens enter treatment for drug abuse or alcoholism, the goal is always to help them quit completely. While some adults can learn to drink in moderation, this approach does not work with teens. For one thing, it is illegal for teens to drink or use drugs. In addition, new research points to the facts that the human brain does not completely develop until after age twenty or so, and alcohol has a more detrimental effect on immature brains.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/recoverysupport.html

NorthStar Center
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NorthStar Center
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NorthStar Staff Helps Irresponsible Young Adults
The NorthStar Center's program is committed to acquiring highly trained, talented and diverse employees. Our founding philosophy includes the belief that the quality of a program is directly reflected by the quality of staff. Each member of the NorthStar team brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to work with young adults along with a combine 60+ years of personal recovery.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/staff.html

About Bend, Oregon
Bend is the outdoor recreation capitol of Oregon. Visitors and residents to Bend enjoy outdoor activities including golfing, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing, horseback riding and rock climbing. Indoor activities include taking in a movie, play or concert, fine dining, visiting museums, and shopping.
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Relapse Prevention
After your teenager has been sober for a while, steps must be taken to prevent a relapse. A relapse is the first time any person in recovery takes that first drink or drug. Parents and teenagers should be aware that a relapse never happens 'out of the blue'. There are always factors and warning signs that have led your teenager to taking that first drink or drug.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/relapseprevention.html

Sober Living Enviroments
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Substance Abuse Treatment for Teenagers
Substance abuse in teenagers requires a treatment plan tailored specifically to meet the needs of their age group. The teenager's entire framework must be taken into consideration, including the emotional, psychological, developmental, physical, familial, and cultural profiles. While substance abuse treatments focus on the addiction, other concurrent problems must also be addressed, including cross-addictions, eating disorders, behavioral problems, mental health, low self-esteem, anger management, anxiety disorders, depression, family dysfunction, and any history of physical or emotional abuse.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/drugaddictiontreatment.html

Why NorthStar?
NorthStar is one of the first young adult programs in the country. Our experience has shown that young adults usually overestimate their ability to reintegrate into the community after an effective primary or wilderness intervention.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/whynorthstar.html

Academics
NorthStar Academics are focused on helping students achieve independent academic success. To do this, we need to provide them with a supportive but honest assessment of their strengths and their weaknesses as we empower each student to take ownership of the direction of their lives. Whether the student left high school without finishing a diploma or GED, or whether he or she started college and dropped out, self-knowledge is key to independent functioning in educational settings.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/education.html

In the Words of Young Adults
Perspective on NorthStar from graduates and alumni.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/youngadults.html

NorthStar Center Featured on A&E TV’s “INTERVENTION
A former straight-A student who turned to methamphetamines to help him cope worked to overcome his addiction through A&E TV's "INTERVENTIONT" and NorthStar Center.
http://www.northstarcenter.com/aande.html