Americans have been fascinated by cocaine for decades. Several of the drug kingpins associated with bringing cocaine into our country in the 1980s have had…
For some, asking for help with anything is difficult. Maybe you’re embarrassed or feel like you’ll be exposed as a failure. For others, admitting they…
Support groups can be difficult for those with mental health troubles. Trust issues and problems expressing one’s thoughts or emotions are some of the hurdles…
Trauma can take many forms. Life-threatening experiences, war zone situations, terrorist attacks, sexual assault and domestic violence can all leave psychological wounds that linger long…
For many people, addiction doesn’t begin with a desire to escape reality. It begins with a need to survive it. At Footprints Beachside Recovery, trauma…
When treating addiction, it’s important to understand that you’re dealing with a chronic disease with a variety of potential complications. A quality recovery program should…
You’ve read headlines about the opioid crisis facing the state of Florida and the nation. Did you know that Florida is dealing with some of…
The tradition of making New Year’s resolutions has roots in many different cultures going back thousands of years. Babylonians and Romans engaged in the practice.…
Substance abuse is not an isolated problem – it impacts many aspects of life. Patients often enter rehab with housing issues, employment problems, or damaged…
If your loved one is abusing drugs or alcohol, food can become an inconvenience in his or her life instead of a source of health…
