Each September, National Recovery Month reminds us that healing from addiction is not only possible but also worth celebrating. At Lakeview Health in Jacksonville, Florida, we understand that recovery is more than overcoming physical dependence. It is about finding renewed purpose and meaning to guide people toward lasting sobriety. Recovery often begins with professional treatment,…
So you’re ready to see what life with a little less booze can look and feel like. You’ve done your research, you have a game plan but one stumbling block remains. What are you going to drink instead? What if we told you that there are not only drinks to help you cut back on…
Want to say sayonara to booze this summer without saying no to good times and great company? Whether you’re poolside, at a BBQ, or hosting brunch with friends, it can be a challenge to know what to drink when you’re not drinking. Instead of reaching for the lemonade again or dodging social questions with an…
Have you ever wondered when the line between social drinking and a serious problem becomes blurred beyond recognition? For many parents caught in today’s “mommy wine culture,” discovering my drinking was a problem often comes after years of denial and mounting consequences. Erica’s story is a powerful lesson on how alcohol can slowly erode the…
Finding books that don’t mention alcohol can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. As you may know by now, we regularly send out recommendation posts. These include books, podcasts, movies, TV shows, and more. After publishing our most recent post, a request came back that I knew I needed to jump on….
How do you end a friendship that’s lasted over three decades? That’s the question Laura found herself asking as she began to examine her relationship with alcohol. Through marriage, divorce, career success, devastating loss, and health scares, one thing remained constant in her life. As Laura puts it, “Alcohol was my best friend” – always…
There are millions of people who live with anxiety, depression, stress and trauma. In many cases, the person is later diagnosed with some form of PTSD. Unfortunately, some people will abuse drugs and alcohol as a way of coping with their trauma. This is unhealthy and dangerous.If you are dealing with trauma it is important…
Okay, let’s be real for a minute. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, wondering “why do I feel stuck in life,” first off, welcome to the club! It’s like the world’s worst membership, but hey, at least you’re not alone. This whole feeling-like-you’re-trapped-in-quicksand thing doesn’t care if you’re killing…
[Guest blog post by SMART Facilitator Rick Kuplinski] “Our lives are steered by uncertainties, many of which are disruptive or even daunting; but if we persevere and remain generous of heart, we may be granted a moment of lucidity—a moment in which all that has happened to us suddenly comes into focus as a…
Substance Abuse counseling is done by mental health professionals who help patients struggling with addictions. The main responsibility is to work with families and individuals to treat both mental and emotional disorders. They treat emotional conditions like depression, addiction, substance abuse, suicidal impulse, stress and the overall problem with self-esteem. Depending upon the treatment needed…
