How Many People Take Drugs to Alter Mood
New information about mood-altering drug use can increase understanding for health providers. A recent survey conducted by the Gallup organization sought the percentage of people in each state who took …
How To Finally Overcome Your Chronic Relapse
Gulf Breeze Recovery’s THRIVE® program is unlike any other and offers a proven “niche” for those who have struggled with chronic relapse. When you watch the testimonials of past residents, you find that each person’s experience with detox, if needed, and the general entrance into the facility was a pleasant and welcoming transition.
Anger Management and Addiction
Anger is a natural emotion everyone experiences when dealing with intense or stressful situations. However, untreated anger can lead to self-medicating, anxiety, depression, and other serious health complications. Understanding how anger management and addiction go hand-in-hand is essential to long-term healing. At Gulf Breeze Recovery, we welcome individuals who need anger management and addiction treatment. Our…
Physical Effects of Alcohol Addiction
The effects of alcohol addiction can be life-changing, irreversible, and in extreme cases, fatal. This is why it is so important to get the alcohol addiction treatment you need if you are struggling with alcohol addiction. Alcohol rehab can seem like an overreaction to a socially acceptable substance. However, when alcohol use affects your relationships,…
Is AA Right for Me?
Alcoholics Anonymous, or AA, is a group therapy program open to anyone who believes they have an alcohol abuse problem. Since 1935, AA meetings have endeavored to support individuals to maintain their sobriety “one day at a time.” It’s estimated to have more than two million active members across the globe. Call our team today…
Recognizing a Benzo Overdose
Effective benzo addiction treatment not only requires a medical detox; it also needs to provide the client with a comprehensive approach to aftercare, which includes attention to the underlying causes of substance abuse. At Gulf Breeze Recovery, we are committed to your successful long-term sobriety and preventing future benzo overdose by addressing your physical, emotional,…
Helping a Friend into Heroin Rehab
The use of opioids has been increasing in the United States, leading to severe social consequences. However, when someone you know is addicted to drugs like heroin, it can have a significant impact on your daily life. If you have a friend or family member who is using heroin to cope with mental illness, trauma,…
What Can Help With Opioid Addiction?
Finding help with opioid addiction is a good idea. It’s definitely better than trying to stop abusing opioids alone. Also, professional rehab reduces the risk of relapse. Opioids are a natural substance used to treat severe and chronic pain. They are generally safe to take when you follow the prescription. Unfortunately, people often take more…
How Music Can Impact Recovery
While healing from addiction, individuals may discover some elements of recovery are as enjoyable as they are effective. There’s a link between music and recovery; music therapy can benefit the mind, body, and emotions during treatment, helping participants find lasting wellness. The music therapy program at Gulf Breeze Recovery is one of the many integrated…
How Long Does it Take to Recover From Opiate Addiction?
Recovering from opiate addiction can be a complex process that can take several months or longer to complete. A person’s peer relationships, personal experiences, family history, and genetics all come into play when it comes to treating substance use disorders. There is no permanent cure for addiction. However, there are several beneficial therapies and medications…