When you’re going through addiction recovery, you might find that you’re struggling in many areas of your life. There will be times when you’re surrounded by triggers that are out of your control. Positive psychology can help you look at your recovery constructively and realize that nothing is impossible. Even [...]

When dealing with cases of drug and alcohol addiction recovery, there are two main strategies that are used. It seems to be an age-old battle between harm reduction and abstinence. While both models have their pros and cons, it’s important to be informed and knowledgeable before treatment. To truly understand [...]

World Mental Health Day is a celebration of the world's fight against mental health disorders. During the first two years of its existence, this special day went forth without a recognized theme. At the suggestion of then Secretary-General Eugene Brody, the World Federation for Mental Health officially converted International Mental [...]

Even before this pandemic, many people already use alcohol to cope with loneliness and sadness. The social distancing and isolation protocols observed during these difficult times, only magnified and intensified this existing problem. Emotional drinking can lead to substance abuse disorder and, eventually, addiction. That’s why entering an alcohol rehab center in [...]

During this pandemic, rehab facilities in Florida continue to provide treatment to patients suffering from co-occurring disorders.  If you previously had depression or other mental illness, it might come back or intensify during this pandemic. As much as possible, avoid using drugs or alcohol to cope because it can lead to addiction. [...]

If you can’t stop drinking during this pandemic, you need to seek help at an alcohol rehab center in Florida. COVID-related stresses are pounding people on the head each day. Some find healthy ways to cope, but others struggle to survive without chugging down alcohol. Alcohol can help you relax after a [...]

This pandemic heightened the addiction crisis in America. More and more people require inpatient treatment at a rehab center in Florida due to acute medical needs. For example, patients with severe withdrawal symptoms or those with infectious complications. These patients must receive the treatment they need because they’re at greater risk of [...]

Seeking treatment at a drug and alcohol rehab in Florida is more important now than ever. That's because COVID-19 related stresses are pushing people to their limits. Although some people love to stay at home, some struggle with social isolation.  If you're one of the people who depend on face-to-face [...]

People drink to relax, relieve stress, reduce feelings of sadness, and to socialize with others. In moderation, drinking alcohol is okay, but when consumed frequently in high volumes, and combined with stress, it turns into a real health risk that could affect your body's ability to fight diseases. Your [...]