Posts Tagged ‘drug recovery’
What Are the Connections Between Anxiety and Addiction?
At some point or another in their lives, almost everyone struggles with anxiety to some extent. Anxiety can produce confusing and misleading feelings. These feelings maytake over our minds and produce the overwhelming symptoms of an anxiety attack. In some cases, people may not realize they are anxious until they start to feel the physical…
Read MoreThe Importance of Aftercare in the Treatment of Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Why it is vital to have Aftercare as part of Drug and Alcohol treatment? Here is a story of our nation’s substance use struggle and one Rehab in Florida that’s committed to help. Addiction is an epidemic, and according to reports, over 20 million people nationwide suffer from drug and alcohol abuse issues. The addiction…
Read MoreSigns That You May Have An Addictive Personality And How You Can Overcome It
“Addictive personality” is a term or phrase you’ve likely come across. The term is loosely used in a range of contexts, whether you’ve stumbled upon it in a juicy gossip story, or your friends use it as a crutch to excuse their excessive behavior. Despite its seemingly insignificant role in modern society, understanding what it…
Read MorePeople Don’t Change…
By Mark Jacobson, LMFT, MCAP, Chief Operating and Clinical Officer I’ve heard people say this my whole life. People don’t change But I’ve got news for you: People do change. I see it every day. Sometimes people don’t change and the speed that others may want, but working in a mental health and addiction treatment setting,…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Good Drug Rehab in Florida
If you or your loved one is struggling with a Substance Use Disorder, and truly want to turn your life around, a reliable and professional Drug Rehab in Florida can help you recover and regain control. But how do you choose the right one? There are so many choices… Here are some important criteria you…
Read More5 Benefits of Choosing a Florida Drug Rehab
Drug Use Disorder is a devastating situation, no doubt about that… Individuals suffering from drug addictions often feel like they’re being consumed by their addictions, as it has a terrible impact on their life, health, relationships and work. If you or a loved one is suffering Drug Use Disorder and truly want to change your…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between dual diagnosis treatment centers and rehabs?
What is the difference between dual diagnosis treatment centers and rehabs? This is one of the most important things a person who seeks substance abuse treatment need to know. Why may you ask? Choosing the right place to get substance abuse treatment is extremely important for a long-term treatment success and sobriety. What is…
Read MoreLiving with a drug or alcohol addict? Things you need to know
Life continually put us to the test with its bag of surprises. Some may be pleasing and others not so much. If you Live with someone who suffers from drug or alcohol addiction, it’s how we react to this situation that paves the quality of our life. We face challenges with our finance, health, and…
Read MoreRecovery Starts With A New Life
What are the 3 things most people need to do to achieve recovery from drug or alcohol addiction? If you or your loved one is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, there is hope. There is a great happier life, sober life…full of joy and new exciting experiences. But how to do it? Recovery from…
Read MoreSeeking Help in Recovery? There’s an App for That
Apps for Recovering Addicts As any recovering addict understands, the quest for sobriety is a life-long mission. Evidence shows that a strong support network is vital in helping addicts stay clean and sober after rehab. Typically, an addict may have one or more sponsors, a network of new, sober friends and professional support from ongoing…
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