What do we lose by numbing a feeling?
Feelings are a much maligned, seldom appreciated and often misunderstood staple of the human experience. They are also a commonly cited impetus for drinking and abusing drugs. Using drugs or …
Are You Ready for Lasting Change?
When is someone really ready for transformational change? One of the most commonly asked questions by those who have a loved one entering drug or alcohol treatment is, “Are they …
Grandma is an Addict?
Addiction is commonly believed to be a concern for teens or younger adults. Unfortunately, addiction doesn’t have an age or socioeconomic victim of choice. It crosses all ages, socioeconomic levels, gender and race. As it does so, older adults are commonly identified as being addicted to drugs and/or alcohol.
Dangers of Anti-Anxiety Medications
Unfortunately, the prescriptions for anti-anxiety medication have a high potential for abuse. Many people innocently go to their doctor for a solution to their anxiety and have no idea that they will become physically, mentally and emotionally dependent on the very thing that was meant to give them freedom.
Post-Acute-Withdrawal Syndrome and Relapse
PAWS can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions and symptoms. Being aware that these symptoms may occur can help to be prepared for them. Knowing that they usually don’t last for more than a day or two makes them bearable and less frightening.
End Chronic Relapse with Non-12 Step Treatment
Relapse after substance abuse treatment is common. Unfortunately, some people go to multiple programs investing both time and resources in their quest for sobriety. So often, sobriety, when it is achieved, doesn’t last.
The Rush to Legalize Marijuana
Understanding the risks rushing to legalize Marijuana poses to children, teens, and expectant mothers. Historically in the United States many items aggressively marketed as “safe” have turned out to be …
Rehab in Florida: Sun, Beaches, and Healing
Gulf Breeze Recovery’s location was chosen because the beach and waterfront setting compliment’s a non-12 step holistic drug rehab. Beautiful, pristine beaches and sunshine are trademarks for Florida. Even the …
Addiction and Aha Moments
In non 12 step addiction treatment, insight-based, life-changing aha moments occur in a peaceful state of mind. Family members often lament that their loved ones who are addicted could turn …
10-Tips for Family Members of Someone with Addiction
Having a loved one with addiction hurts the entire family. Family members want their addicted loved one to just be “normal” again, to just be themselves again. Sometimes they wonder …