Rock bottom is one of those terms you hear in the addiction world that doesn’t always seem clear to someone outside and looking in. For some people, rock bottom is turning to street drugs when their prescription runs out. For others, it can mean landing in the hospital with an overdose. With so many variances …
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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, …
Addiction is a disease that quickly and easily destroys families, relationships, careers, and friendships. Alcohol, illegal drugs, and prescription medications all cause addiction among men, women, and even teenagers. It’s a terrible condition to have or to have to deal with, but there is help available out there. Thousands of facilities across the country offer …
ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a condition that has only come to the attention of many citizens in recent years. If you have a child, a niece or a nephew that is known to be a bit messy or scattered who then receives a diagnosis, you may look back at your own childhood …
Addiction is a taxing and challenging experience. The challenges of addiction can be so great that you may not know who or what to turn to for help. While treatment options are plentiful, the more difficult decision is figuring out who to talk with about your options. Finding the right person or agency can be …
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 …
Whether you can still be friends with people who drink after you get out of rehab is difficult to say. On the one hand, you want to surround yourself with people who support your sobriety. On the other hand, you may have known some people for a long time and don’t want to lose their …
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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 …
Many people who struggle with substance use disorder have severe addictions. Some abuse certain types of substances that can be dangerous to try to quit cold turkey. Individuals who finally acknowledge that they have a problem and want help can seek treatment for their addictions. Certain substance use disorders need an extra layer of treatment. …
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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.