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Non 12 Step, Non Religious Recovery May Make the Difference You Seek

Gulf Breeze Recovery has incorporated into their program those things that are shown to increase success rates for people struggling with addiction. Guests at Gulf Breeze Recovery are taught the importance of healthy nutrition and enjoy chef prepared meals. Neurofeedback is incorporated into the treatment protocol because scientific research proves that it lowers relapse rates. Intensive, individual therapy is provided to each guest by their assigned licensed mental health professional to address issues that might impede recovery. The importance of a calm mind is promoted through meditation, yoga, and beautiful walks by the water. Exercise helps rebuild physical strength and stamina. Professionally taught classes and group sessions address issues common to substance abuse and relapse prevention.

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Repeating Rehab: Finding the Right Program to Break the Cycle

People who have gone to drug and alcohol treatment programs and then relapsed, sometimes more than once, feel hopeless and believe that their life will continue the cycle of short-term sobriety, relapse, treatment, and repeat.

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Why is a luxury rehab environment important in a substance abuse treatment program?

Our amenities, along with our specially trained staff have one specific focus and that focus is how we can best help people recover from addiction. We do that by providing a safe, comfortable, nurturing environment and a curriculum targeting individual recovery.

Holistic Treatment for Cocaine Addiction

Cocaine addiction is difficult to overcome, but it is possible with the advanced programs available at Gulf Breeze Recovery. Our team of medical, clinical and support staff work together to offer the highest quality holistic treatment available anywhere.

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) doesn’t fit for everyone.

Some people love the camaraderie that AA offers and believe that their long-term sobriety depends on going to AA meetings for the rest of their life. Other people find AA meetings depressing or monotonous, and the thought of having to go to meetings forever is horrifying.

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When the Solution Becomes the Problem

Regardless of the problem that was temporarily addressed by their “solution”, with continued use, it becomes the problem. Addiction doesn’t happen with the first pain pill someone takes or their first glass of wine, or the first joint they smoke. When the substance is perceived to solve the problem, it becomes the “go to” solution each time the problem arises.

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Art Therapy: An Important Part of Substance Abuse Recovery

Art therapy can be an important part of an effective substance abuse recovery program. People often have questions about art therapy as they have not heard of this important tool. There are a number of advantages and positive effects that stem from participating in art therapy.

Trapped by Addiction – Afraid of Treatment

With availability of good treatment options, including non-twelve step programs and holistic drug treatment programs, why do so many people with alcohol and drug addiction refuse treatment? There are many reasons why, but most reasons are based on fear.

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The Many Faces of Addiction.

Substance abuse addiction is a multi-faceted issue. It is physical, mental, and habitual. Every area of a person’s life is impacted, and during treatment all those areas must be addressed to promote long-term and permanent recovery.