When we think “addict” we automatically think, rock bottom, homeless or something tragic. This may be true in some cases but what we don’t realize is there is something called ‘High Functioning Addict’. We can not put all the addicts in the same category as a one-size-fits-all. Just because someone is not the addict we [...]
Just when we thought the drug epidemic could get no worse. As of November 2nd, 2018 The Food and Drug Administration approved Dsuvia. Dsuvia is a form of Sufentanil a synthetic opioid 10 times stronger than fentanyl found in epidurals. Although this drug has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, chairman Dr. Raeford [...]
Why are people in recovery ashamed or embarrassed to be open about there history of using? My opinion, I think it’s not talked about enough. People are not aware of the importance of recovery. Weather it took someone 1 or 10 tries to get clean, they should be proud of their sobriety. As a parent, [...]
We all like to have fun, right? In the first few months of our recovery we think that having fun will be completely cut out of our life. Well, that is far from the truth. If you ask my opinion I would say that being sober, I have WAY more fun then I ever have before. [...]
As many of usknow, a well known celebrity Demi Lovato has recently relapse and overdosed after being clean for 6 years. Demi has been open about her recovery hoping for the support everyone needs during these times. Being in recovery, many of us know or have had someone close to us relapse or overdose. We might [...]
One of the most difficult things for people in recovery is removing the toxic people from their lives. Usually while actively using you surround yourself with people who are also using, selling or not going down the right path in life. Many times these people are the closest ones to you, a co-worker, family member [...]
The first few months of recovery are typically the toughest. Your body is adjusting to functioning without the use of drugs or alcohol. This can sometimes cause you to feel like your mind is very clouded. For people who don’t cope with the unusual thoughts and feelings of not using will be more likely to [...]
Making the choice to enter a treatment center can be one of the most difficult decisions of your life. This important step comes with many questions that are difficult to answer, and it's understandable if you are overwhelmed. The details that will make your stay at a treatment center successful can be found if you [...]
Recognizing an addiction problem in someone you know can be harder than it seems. Someone with an addiction may take dramatic measures to hide their cravings and habits. But there are signs of addiction in Boynton Beach that you can look out for. If you recognize more than a few of them in your loved one, [...]
Are you helping someone you love through rehab or recovery? This is no small task, and a difficult one to navigate on your own. The path toward recovery from addiction is often not a straight line. It's important that family and friends know what to do, and what not to do, at this critical time. [...]
