There are many myths about addiction and treatment but there are five in particular that are most pervasive – and harmful. Fortunately, society has come a long way in how we treat and view addicts but there’s still more that can be done to overcome biases. By shining a light on these misconceptions, we hope that you or someone you love will be encouraged to seek treatment and break the cycle of addiction.   Myth 1: Addiction Is A Choice  A common response to addiction is that it’s a choice and if addicts really wanted to quit, then they would

Most people know that staying sober is good for them but there are some benefits of sobriety that aren’t as obvious. Sobriety affects all aspects of life from health and relationships, to financial and safety – see how getting clean can help you live your best life. Look and feel healthier Save money More time/energy to do productive things Build or rebuild relationships with family/friends More robust social life Ability to help others get sober Lead a safer life with no more high risk behaviors or situations (needles, unprotected sex, crime, sexual assault, violence) Beating yourself up over past mistakes

There are thousands of places where you can get treatment for alcohol or opioid addiction but not all of them have Joint Commission Accreditation. With so many options for addiction treatment, finding a program that will provide the quality care you or your loved one need to treat specific addiction issues can be challenging, overwhelming, and frustrating. Joint Commission Accreditation helps make the process of finding the right addiction treatment facility easier since it’s only earned by the best. Learn more about the accreditation and how it holds us to our promise of providing the strictest standards of client treatment,

Starting rehabilitation at treatment centers in Florida is a big step, and acclimating to new surroundings and personalities can be difficult. As a result, communication is crucial. Whether it is with counselors during individual therapy, relatives during family counseling, or others in treatment, opening up about your addiction can make all the difference between an unsuccessful and successful treatment experience. How Do I Talk to Others in Treatment? There will be people in treatment that you especially get along with. These individuals become a support system that understand you and your struggles with addiction. Once you’ve built up a support

Detox is the crucial first step of treating alcohol addiction. However, alcohol detox can be very dangerous and no one should detox alone. Rather, all detoxes should be supervised by medical professionals. People who have been drinking heavily for weeks, months, or years can be affected by a condition known as Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome. This illness is potentially life-threatening and can occur when someone addicted to alcohol stops or significantly reduces their alcohol consumption. This is why supervision from alcohol rehabilitation facilities in Florida is essential for a safe detox from alcohol. Not only can alcohol rehabs provide you with