Getting sober is one of those life changes that often cause people to go in a completely new direction. One of the major factors that could have influenced you to choose to go to treatment might have been a growing sense of dissatisfaction with your current lifestyle. During the active phase of your addiction, you …
You and your friends have lived similar lives. You all have experimented with alcohol and drugs, but for some reason, your friends were able to leave all of that behind and you are struggling with addiction. This can lead you to wonder, why are you addicted? Addiction is caused by several factors, including stress, depression, …
According to some estimates, between 10 and 14 percent of the US population is battling addictions to drugs or alcohol. Many of these individuals do not fall into the stereotypical image people have of an addict. They go to work, care for their families, and have active social lives. Many professional people abuse drugs or …
There are new programs that have been initiated in some states in the U.S to help those struggling with drug and substance addiction. Now, if you’re struggling with any form of addiction, you can go to a police station and find the help you need. There is no need to worry about being arrested. So, …
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If you haven’t had the experience of being around an addiction sufferer, you might not what that looks like. Before you think about it, you should refrain from thinking that what you see in the movies is representative of how addiction looks. Nothing compares to the experience of actually being around a real addiction sufferer. …
Treatment of addiction is a process that does not end after an initial rehab exercise or detox. The process of therapy involves an array of supports and treatment options. You have to gain a long-term commitment towards living a drug-free lifestyle. Rehabilitation aftercare is paramount as part of the treatment continuum of addiction to achieve …
How Do You Know If Someone Is An Addict? A lot of people don’t realize that they need help and are an addict. One way to tell is to think about whether they have to use a substance of some kind to get them through the day. From pain pills to illegal street drugs, there …
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Friends and family members of drug addicts often struggle to understand what it means to be addicted. A common misconception is that addicts have a choice and that they do not quit using simply because they enjoy doing drugs. Addicts are often accused of being selfish or are characterized as weak-willed. People that have never …
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Seacrest Recovery Center is a licensed DCF and Joint Commission Accredited substance abuse treatment center. We utilize both traditional and holistic therapies and are comprehensive in our approach. By developing a individualized treatment plan for each of our clients, we are able to create a therapeutic environment that fosters physical, emotional, and spiritual growth and well being.