Recalibrating the Brain During Recovery: PAWS
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…
Boredom in Early Recovery
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…
Warning Signs of Addiction
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…
Cocaine Induced Hallucination: Formication and Coke Bugs
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…
Crystal Meth and Your Health
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…
Taking the First Steps Toward Recovery at Archstone Behavioral Health
When addiction has taken hold of your mind and body, thinking about getting help can be scary. You may fear judgment from others for admitting your struggle. Insurance may be…
Methadone: A Dangerous Opioid
Methadone What is Methadone? Methadone is an opioid drug used to manage and treat chronic pain. It can be used to manage pain caused by multiple sclerosis, cancer, or…
Alumni Network – Why is it important?
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…
Does Exercise Help Addiction Recovery?
Provide Distraction, Start With Your Rehabilitation. Because addiction is a chronic illness that changes the structure of the brain and involves compulsive behaviors, it is important for people struggling…
Important Life Skills You Learn in a Recovery Program
Get to Know The Learnings In Rehabilitation Centers. A huge struggle for many after they leave a recovery program is returning to their normal life. Not only is it difficult…