5 Healthy Lifestyle Habits to Support Lifelong RecoveryAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Mental Health, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 23, 2020Overcoming alcoholism, illicit or prescription drug abuse, overeating, workaholism, and other process addictions are tough in many respects. Not only is going through detox to clear out toxic substances difficult to go through, but there’s also the issue of learning about addiction, coping measures, getting involved with 12-step self-help groups or alternatives, and beginning the…
The Importance of Family in Addiction RecoveryAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Substance Addiction, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 20, 2020Whether we have a loved one or family member in recovery from addiction or are the immediate or extended members of the family, the days, weeks and months following our loved ones return home from drug rehab are critically important. This is the time when they need nurturance, love, and support more than ever. How…
Family-Focused Treatment and Early Detection For Bipolar DisorderAddiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Substance AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 11, 2020Like most issues that are caught before they become full-blown problems, bipolar disorder in teens can catch parents and family members off-guard. However, if they get family-focused treatment and early detection, those factors can reduce the impact that disorder has on them later in life. What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is characterized by abnormal…
How Does Body Image Predetermine Issues Into Adulthood?Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentJanuary 9, 2020Have you have wondered, “How does body image predetermine issues into adulthood?” We have the answers. Learn more when you call Lucida Treatment today. Not all eating disorders, particularly bulimia and anorexia, are reserved for females – males can also present with these diseases. However, studies have shown that when it comes to body image…
What is Rehab Like? What You Need to KnowAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 16, 2019If you’re dealing with alcohol or drug use and looking for help, you may be considering rehab. But, what is rehab like? It’s a place where you can get the help and support you need. But that doesn’t really tell you the kinds of experiences you’ll have there. If you’re concerned about it, or you’re…
What Is Psychological Dependence?Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health TreatmentBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 14, 2019Being addicted to drugs or alcohol isn’t a process that involves only the mind or the body. Instead, every behavioral has a complex combination of both physical and psychological elements. Many people can see the signs of physical dependence — needle marks, for example, or that that their loved one isn’t practicing good hygiene. The…
Why Does Physical Dependence Occur With Drugs?Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Drug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentDecember 12, 2019It’s easy to understand why people abuse many substances. They can feel good, serve as a distraction, or take away the pain. But what’s actually happening when someone develops a physical dependence on drugs? It’s complicated. Understanding physical dependency is often the first step towards getting out of it. In the most serious cases, a…
Understanding the 12 Step Program for AddictionAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentNovember 25, 2019The 12 step program for addiction is a popular one that is adopted by many addiction treatment programs to guide people through the recovery process. Others adopt a non-12 step recovery program, such as the SMART Recovery methodology, to build a foundation in sobriety. The 12 step program is the one used by Alcoholics Anonymous…
Enjoying Your First Sober ThanksgivingAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, RecoveryBy Lucida TreatmentNovember 19, 2019If you recently stopped drinking alcohol, or have recently completed an alcohol addiction treatment program or detox protocol, getting through your first Sober Thanksgiving with friends and/or family is an accomplishment to be proud of. However, before the celebration takes place, the party-like atmosphere needs to be experienced without a drop of alcohol. Here are…
Alcohol Use Disorder: Understanding the Physical Effects of Alcohol on the BodyAddiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, AlcoholismBy Lucida TreatmentNovember 11, 2019Did you know that engaging in a fitness therapy program can be beneficial for battling alcohol use disorder, or AUD? The most reputable alcohol treatment facilities in FL are ones that engage you on a holistic level. That’s to say; they treat your mind, your body, and your mental state in addition to treating the physical effects…
