25 Archstone alums and five members of our staff met at LoanDepot Park to watch the Miami Marlins play the Philadelphia Phillies on May 25, 2021! Everyone had a great time at the ballgame—despite the Marlins’ 2–0 loss—and we can’t wait for the next alumni event. Reconnecting with sports, music, and other activities is such…
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Mayor Robert Haggarty, councilmember Karen Lythgoe, and Archstone alumni came together on Saturday, March 17th to give back to their community by cleaning up the shorelines of beautiful Lanata Beach. Equipped with buckets, trash grabbers, gloves, and, of course, face masks, a group of 30 Archstone alumni collected over 70 pounds of debris in just…
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Addiction takes a significant toll on the mind and body. Detoxing from drugs and alcohol can be very dangerous and sometimes even fatal. Detox should be done under the supervision of medical professionals in a safe environment. Unfortunately, detoxing the substances from your body is not the end of withdrawal symptoms for many in recovery.…
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Methamphetamine, also referred to as crystal, blue, ice, meth, and speed, is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system. Meth is a highly addictive drug made from toxic chemicals. It stimulates dopamine levels in the brain’s reward center, encouraging users to continue abusing this potent drug. Meth can have a significant impact on your…
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Alcohol abuse wreaks havoc on the body and can lead to long term damage and many health issues. Several people that struggle with long term alcoholism develop nerve damage referred to as alcoholic neuropathy. What is Alcoholic Neuropathy? Alcoholic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by excessive consumption of alcohol. Long-term drinking causes nutritional deficiencies and…
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Early recovery is a precarious time of finding a new life in sobriety and avoiding triggers for relapse. One major trigger during recovery that is often overlooked is boredom. Every person experiences boredom at some point in their lives, but it can be very dangerous for a recovering addict. Life can seem tedious and dull after living a life…
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Identifying an addiction to drugs or alcohol can be difficult. Many people try to hide their substance use from those around them and explain away any issues that arise. As the addiction consumes a person’s life, hiding the signs will become more difficult. If you are worried that someone you care about is struggling with…
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Seeking treatment for drug and alcohol abuse at a rehab facility will include therapy and activities to heal your mind, body, and soul. Supplemental treatments, such as physical activity, have been shown to help those in recovery. Exercise provides a plethora of benefits to everyone, not just those recovering from addiction. The best part about…
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Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant that can be snorted, injected, or smoked. Some slang terms for cocaine include blow, coke, crack, rock, and snow. When used, it increases dopamine levels and stimulates the reward center in the brain. People will begin to build up a tolerance to these effects and need to use more…
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Learn the Facts About Crystal Meth Methamphetamine is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It is a potent and highly addictive drug. Addiction can occur after just a few uses of crystal meth. It is a synthetic psychostimulant that has similar effects to cocaine. It is produced in illegal labs by combining ingredients…
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