When it comes to addiction and addictive behaviors, there is no single profile. Just as the more than 40 million Americans who suffer from substance abuse come from all age groups, socio-economic classes, and ethnicities, so are there countless diagnoses and treatments. At Tampa Recovery Centers, we have been working particularly closely on what is…
If you’re fresh out of rehab, or if you’ve been out of rehab for years, the holidays are often challenging times. You will be seeing family and friends who you may not have seen since you became sober. Someone may not be aware of your new lifestyle and offer you an alcoholic beverage. If you’re…
In some ways, the process of overcoming addiction follows a formula. Residents need to decide to end the addiction, complete detox and commit to a life of sobriety. However, there are plenty of individual factors that also play a role in the recovery process. At Tampa Recovery Centers, individual therapy is one of the available…
When you’re struggling with depression, it can seem as though there’s no way to live a life that’s filled with joy and happiness. Many people who struggle from illnesses such as major depressive disorder have tried a variety of ways to recover without much luck. The good news is that there has been a ton…
Heroin accounts for many of the deaths due to overdose in Florida each year. In fact, in 2017, opioids, a class of drug that includes heroin, accounted for more than half of overdose deaths. This dangerous substance is readily available on the streets of Florida, which makes it risky for those who have a substance…
More than 1 in every 7 Americans over the age of 12 struggle with some type of substance abuse issue or drinking problem each year. A minority of those experiencing a substance abuse disorder receive treatment. While some may think that addiction is a choice, the more accepted scientifically supported position is that addiction is…
Substance abuse in the workplace is a serious problem. If you thought that people with drug and alcohol dependency issues don’t hold down jobs, this isn’t the case. Millions of Americans with addiction issues go to work. However, using has negative consequences that impact their ability to be productive and safe. Impaired judgment and a…