Staying clean and sober is a challenge, even for people that have completed substance abuse treatment programs. Many people are potentially at risk for relapse if they are not ready to live in an environment without the structure and support of a treatment facility. However, there is an option that provides the safe, sober, supportive setting…
When you quit drinking, you may experience sudden changes in emotions and even depression as your body adjusts to sobriety. However, depression after quitting drinking is only temporary. You shouldn’t let depression alter your pursuit of peace and contentment in early recovery. After all, enjoying your life sober is how your brain adapts to normal…
Choosing an outpatient treatment program that is right for you is not a decision to be taken lightly. With so many options available, it can be challenging to determine which treatment program is right for you. Ultimately, the course of treatment you decide on has to work for you, your life, and your schedule. An…
Some people who have issues with addiction don’t like the idea of admitting themselves to inpatient treatment. Individuals who complete an inpatient stay often need additional post-recovery support. An intensive outpatient program serves both groups and helps them learn how to continue managing their addiction in the real world. Intensive outpatient treatment programs help individuals who need…
Partial hospitalization is an intensive level of treatment that helps individuals struggling with drug addiction and or mental health issues. This program includes a medical doctor or other staffers such as a physician assistant who can prescribe medications, in the event they are necessary. This level of programming usually follows inpatient treatment. Generally, it requires…
When a person completes an inpatient addiction treatment program, their next step will determine whether the skills they learned in treatment are enough to help them stay sober. Recovering from addiction takes changes—big changes. While moving to a new location can be helpful, getting treatment is the most important change that needs to be made. Addiction…
Navigating life post-recovery means dealing with the fear of relapse. It’s important to keep in mind that you’re battling a chronic disease. The effects of substance abuse often end up altering your brain chemistry. Your brain needs to relearn how to process how you experience pleasure and make basic decisions. At a drug and alcohol…
Living after addiction has its ups and downs, it is never a straight line. Relapse does not mean failure, you can continue your recovery journey. A rehab aftercare program provides continued support after substance abuse treatment to help keep you sober. A rehab aftercare program will help you develop a relapse prevention plan. What is…
One subject that pops up quite often during drug and alcohol addiction recovery is the subject of coping mechanisms. When we experience painful or difficult emotions, our mind tries to return itself to a healthy place. A dual diagnosis treatment center teaches you valuable coping mechanisms to avoid turning to substance abuse in times of…
Sometimes, barriers to treatment make it difficult to enter treatment. Rehabs have the experience necessary to assist you in your plans to enter treatment. Addiction takes time to progress, which means it takes time to recover from. Following inpatient or outpatient treatment, sober living in Florida can help provide you the additional support you need…