Substance Abuse, Addiction and Treatment in Florida
Florida’s Drug Addiction Problem
Florida is known as an idyllic vacation destination, famous for its white, sandy beaches, rich culture and vibrant nightlife. However, while the …
How Gratitude Lists Help Alcohol Addiction Recovery
When it comes to addiction recovery, there are innumerable things to be grateful for. At the top of list, of course is sobriety. Getting sober …
10 Tips for Staying Positive During Alcohol Recovery
Just like making any major life changes, making the transition from active alcoholism to committed recovery can be a little difficult to navigate at times. …
The Truth About Ptsd and Alcoholism
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychiatric disorder that is typically caused by a severe traumatic experience, or a set of traumatic experiences. The …
What is Dual Diagnosis Addiction Treatment?
Up until the 1990s, individuals who were struggling with an addictive disorder and a mental health disorder were treated for each individual issue in two …
The Best Non-Narcotic and Non-Addictive Treatments for Anxiety
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety – as a general term – concerns the way your body reacts to stressful situations and circumstances. It is completely normal …
Does Anxiety Cause Addiction?
Addiction and mental health go hand in hand. In many cases, co-occurring disorders present a “chicken or egg” type of situation, and it can be …
What are the Long Term Effects of Alcohol Abuse?
Alcohol is by far the most widely accepted and frequently used chemical substance in the world. For many, drinking is a part of day-to-day life …
How to Tell If Your Child Is Abusing Alcohol
For many teenagers and young adults, experimenting with marijuana and alcohol are actually the norm. However, there is a huge distinction between experimentation and abuse. …
Study Report: How Alcoholics Anonymous and Other 12‐step Programs Lead To Successful Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder
Does Alcoholics Anonymous Really Work?
A new study recently published by the Cochrane Library dove deep into evidence surrounding the effectiveness of …
