6 Ways to Avoid Rehab
Recovery is fantastic, but there is that other “R” word that nobody likes to think about – relapse. Even considering the possibility of relapse can be frightening, but understanding some …
Recovery is fantastic, but there is that other “R” word that nobody likes to think about – relapse. Even considering the possibility of relapse can be frightening, but understanding some …
To put it plainly, stress can lead to substance abuse. Stress and relapse are unfortunately intrinsically linked because when the level of stress is high during recovery, you are more likely to experience a relapse. Learning how to manage, cope with, and control stress in a relapse prevention program is essential for a successful recovery.…
Many get sober through 12-step programs. These are self-help programs based on attending meetings that are peer supported and peer lead. Individuals “work” the 12-steps to find sobriety and have a sponsor, someone more advanced in their own recovery, who helps them through the recovery process.
Non-12-step rehab shares a few common characteristics with its AA predecessor. To begin, both ideas promote abstinence from the abused substances. It should also be noted that, like traditional twelve-step programs, there is no unified non-12 step approach. Some versions feature elements of spirituality, while others do not.
A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that treating addiction with chronic care management may not be as effective as once thought. Researchers followed …
Taking the first step toward getting treatment for drug or alcohol addiction can feel scary and overwhelming, with many treatment options available. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and other 12-step programs are often the cornerstones of traditional treatment for substance use disorder. However, this approach does not work for everyone. Gulf Breeze Recovery offers a non-12-step therapy…
Cycles of chronic relapse can be extremely challenging for clients seeking freedom from substance abuse. These individuals may feel guilty, ashamed, or even hopeless if they cannot maintain perfect, flawless abstinence. However, if these relapses are considered part of the greater healing process, they offer clients powerful opportunities to reconsider their choices. At Gulf Breeze…
It is one matter to maintain sobriety within a guided rehab program; it is quite another to remain sober in the context of your regular life. This is why it is essential for a holistic treatment program to not only eliminate problematic behaviors but gradually replace them with long-lasting, sustainable tools to help change your…
For individuals struggling with substance use disorder, an addiction to drugs or alcohol, it can be challenging to find the right facility to provide the right support to heal. Addiction treatment requires a level of trust between clients and treatment professionals, whether they are counselors, therapists, or medical professionals. When this relationship is disrupted, individuals…
In recent years, the nation has seen a rise in “microdosing” which involves the use of small amounts of psychedelic drugs to improve mood. These tiny doses may only make up one-tenth or less of an average recreational dose.