15 Self-Care Ideas in Recovery
Self-Care is an important part of the recovery process. The things listed in this article are safe and fun ways to make yourself feel good!
In the words of Tom Haverford, “Sometimes you have to treat yo self”
Drug Withdrawals
Withdrawing from drugs can be extremely uncomfortable and sometimes life-threatening. Learn more about drug withdrawal symptoms and timelines and how to manage them effectively
How to Find the Right Drug Rehab in Tampa
Considering the hundreds of alcohol and drug rehab centers in Florida that exist, finding the right one can be a bit of a challenge. Therefore, how do you tell if a Tampa Drug Rehab is the right fit for you? Where do you find a good drug detox in Tampa? Even more importantly, how can…
Finding a Blue Cross Blue Shield Drug Rehab in Florida
The experience of seeking medical services can vary across types of services, providers, intake processes, and payment methods. If you are not paying out of pocket, as many Americans don’t, you’re likely to go through insurance verification. When searching for an addiction treatment center, you need to know that there are Blue Cross Blue Shield…
Valentine’s Day – Give the Love!
Valentine’s Day can be a challenging time for both those dealing with drug addiction and their friends and family. From heart-shaped cookies at the neighborhood coffee bar, romantic music in the grocery store or dinner specials for two marketed on the bus, it is impossible to stay clear of Valentine’s Day. It can be a…
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Laws
In recent years, the stigma behind mental health has lessened to a degree. This is both in part to advocacy, prevalence, and current laws passed within the last four years. Substance abuse and mental health have transitioned from being a moral failure to common disorders. Due to the increasing number of suicides in recent years,…
The Signs of Overdose And What To Do
Overdoses are now the leading cause of preventable deaths. There are 67,367 drug overdose deaths in the United States. By knowing the signs of an overdose and what to do, we might be able to save these numbers.
The Naloxone Guide
Each day, individuals save lives by administering naloxone to those that have overdosed on opioids. As of today, Naloxone is an essential tool used by first responders in cities across the country. Even some communities offer free kits containing easy-to-use naloxone spray called Narcan. Naloxone is the go-to drug for people on the front-lines of the opioid epidemic but it is also an important contributor to medication-assisted therapy.
The Science Behind Drug Treatment
How do addiction treatment facilities work? What do they do and why are these techniques effective?
5 Recovery Tools to Keep Us Sober
The goal of this article is to build tools that you can use by yourself, on your own, with the intention of building self-reliance and self-reliance. These tools can help you alleviate uncomfortable feelings like stress and anxiety. Instead of relying on drugs and alcohol, we turn to these healthier alternatives.