Tobacco and opioids become addictive more quickly than people originally believed. “I just use for fun, recreationally. Don’t worry, I won’t get addicted.” Maybe you have heard someone say this, …
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 …
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 …
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 …
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 …
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 …