So, you have made the very important decision to check into rehab-congratulations! Whether it is for a drug or alcohol addiction, or both, you’ve made a decision that will turn your life around for the better. Staying in a residential treatment facility lets you leave the triggers and stresses of your life at home behind …
After becoming sober and no longer using drugs or alcohol, it can feel like an accomplishment to recover from an addiction. The recovery process is a journey that requires time and baby steps to continue moving forward. For many people, it can be easy to lose focus and relapse. A lot of preparation is required …
Deciding to get help to break free from addiction is empowering. It feels like you are taking steps to control your life instead of having it controlled by drugs and alcohol. Understandably, when a person is on the cusp of beginning the rehab process, they are optimistic and excited. They know there is a positive …
You may have talked to someone who has gone through the rehab process. They will tell you that before they got help, they needed to hit rock bottom. What does hitting rock bottom mean? Why is hitting rock bottom required for so many people before they start to recover? What Does It Mean to Hit …
Prioritizing nutrition is a key part of the recovery process. As your brain and body fight to heal themselves, they’ll need good nutritional support. However, it’s also important to note that many recovering addicts start sublimating with food. When they can no longer turn to drugs or alcohol for comfort, eating rich, sweet, salty, or …
Substance abuse often reaches a point where the person who is using drugs or alcohol can no longer make the best decisions on their own. Your loved one might already be showing signs of being out of control such as lashing out at you or getting in trouble at work. Although you might be dealing …
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Grounding is an important technique to use during recovery as it helps you stop ruminating about the past and brings your mind to the present. It’s a beneficial method to use when you feel flooded with memories from the past and distressing thoughts of your future. Grounding exercises can range from simple to complex, and …
Recovery is a long road, but it is not impossible to succeed. One of the most daunting tasks a recovering addict might face is the lack of social acceptance and assistance in sustaining sobriety. It is common for addicts who have been using drugs and alcohol to struggle with addiction relapse, a return to substance …
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Taking the brave step towards addiction recovery is a monumental part of your journey to sobriety. This decision alone puts you so much closer to the life that you have been desiring for far too long. Soon enough, alcohol and substance abuse will be a distant memory, one that you will never have to relive …
People set goals to get healthier, stronger, smarter, and more stable every year. The new year can be an excellent time for individuals going through addiction recovery to create or readjust personal goals. However, setting goals for recovery is more than just a New Year’s resolution. This is because recovery is a continual process. A …
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.