Relapse and Recovery “I think my husband relapsed.” “I know my wife is drinking again.” “I’m afraid my boyfriend/girlfriend is in danger of relapsing.” “I’m scared that my son/daughter is going to start drinking again.” Are these thoughts running through your mind? For those in recovery, relapse is always a possibility and is viewed as …
This week, May 10th to May 16th, is National Prevention Week, sponsored by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). Each day in National Prevention Week focuses on a specific topic about substance abuse and mental health. Today, May 12th, focuses on preventing underage drinking and alcohol misuse. If you would like to learn …
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Weekly Alumni Meetings Every Thursday at 7 pm Recovery is a life-long journey that does not end when you leave the rehab facility. Archstone Behavioral Health, in Lantana, Florida, has been helping people struggling with addiction for 20 years. Being around for this long has allowed our alumni network to grow into an amazingly helpful …
Because addiction is a chronic illness that changes the structure of the brain and involves compulsive behaviors, it is important for people struggling with this condition to find ways to stay away from drugs or alcohol. The foundation of any approach to addiction treatment starts with a detox, then moves into therapy at a rehabilitation …
Choosing a drug or alcohol rehab center for yourself or for a loved one can be an overwhelming and difficult process. Unfortunately, the addiction treatment field has seen an influx in deceptive marketing and unethical practices by drug rehab “providers” whose only concern appears to be monetary gain. This leaves many consumers confused and distrustful …
What is Residential Treatment for Addiction?Drug and alcohol addiction are chronic diseases, so it is important they are treated as such. For most people suffering from addiction, detox and inpatient rehab provides a wonderful start to achieving sobriety and beginning the path to lifelong recovery. Inpatient rehab is an important first step in treatment that …
A huge struggle for many after they leave a recovery program is returning to their normal life. Not only is it difficult to remain sober, it can be hard for people in recovery to be independent again and have a job to support themselves. Luckily, many recovery programs teach patients important life skills that they …
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I’m too young to be addicted, right? Addiction is only something that happens to older people, isn’t it? My body is young, so can’t I handle my alcohol better than older people? If you’ve been wondering whether you’re too young to experience addiction to alcohol, you’re not alone. At Archstone Behavioral Health in Lantana, Florida …
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Most of us like to have a drink now and then. We have a glass of wine with dinner—or maybe a bottle. But where does normal social drinking cross the line into alcoholism? How can you tell if you have a drinking problem? Because so many people drink socially, it can be harder with alcohol …
Alcoholism and Your Body’s Health Start Healing Today with Archstone Behavioral Health If you’re drinking too much, you probably already see the effects alcohol is having on your life. You’ve lost friends, maybe even your spouse or partner. Your work performance has suffered; maybe you’ve even lost your job. You’ve lost interest in things you …
