Many people who struggle with substance use disorder (SUD) also need treatment for their mental health. In researching options, looking for dual diagnosis treatment facilities is essential. Gulf Breeze Recovery is a Florida dual diagnosis treatment center providing top-rated holistic care. Our location in Gulf Breeze, FL., across the bay from Pensacola, offers a unique…
There is a strong link between mental health issues and substance use disorders. There is no proof that one directly causes the other, but they frequently occur together, and the symptoms of one impact usually impact the other. Dual diagnosis treatment refers to simultaneously treating two or more issues in the same person. Individuals with…
If you struggle with your mental health and rely on drugs or alcohol more than you want to, then you are not alone. Millions of people of all ages and walks of life share these struggles. A dual diagnosis, or co-occurring disorder, is when you have both a substance use disorder (SUD) and a mental…
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,…
There is a link between anxiety and the tendency to use drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism. People with high-functioning anxiety may find it easier to hide their symptoms, preventing them from getting the care they need. Meanwhile, they may use drugs or alcohol to manage their symptoms, causing their anxiety to worsen. Knowing…
As a mental health issue, PTSD is not confined to servicemembers and veterans. It can affect any person who has gone through a significant and terrible life event. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “anyone can develop PTSD at any age.”
Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a problem facing many Americans. Just as each person’s path to addiction is different, so too are the treatment options for addiction. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, but it can certainly seem like the traditional 12-step approach is the only way. For many Americans, including right here in Florida,…
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. In the United States, depression impacts millions of adolescents and adults. Depression does not occur in a bubble. When someone suffers from depression, its impacts are also felt by friends and family. Depression is a complex mental health disorder that affects different people differently. Further, different types…
Cocaine is a highly addictive drug made from the leaves of the coca plant. In powder form, it is usually snorted but can also be liquified to be injected. Crack is a more potent crystallized form of cocaine that is smoked. A stimulant, cocaine impacts the central nervous system (CNS) by blocking norepinephrine, dopamine, and…
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders throughout the world. Since the inception of COVID-19, reported rates of depression have spiked dramatically. More than just temporary feelings of sadness that everyone experiences from time to time, clinical depression significantly impacts a person’s ability to function in daily life. Persistent depressive disorder (PDD)…