When we think of "getting high," we typically associate this state with drug use. However, it's possible to experience a similar sensation without resorting to drugs. Achieving a natural high involves participating in activities that stimulate the brain's feel-good chemicals, including dopamine. This chemical, also ... Read More
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Tricare Insurance Covered Rehab
Are you looking for a drug rehab that accepts Tricare? Tricare is a widely accepted form of health insurance. Tricare, which was previously called Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Uniformed Services, is a type of health insurance for military personnel and their families. At Florida House Experience, we ... Read More
Alumni Outlook: Benefits of Continued Therapy in Recovery
Most people assume the remedy for recovery involves detox and abstinence from drugs/alcohol. The truth is, this is only the beginning. Recovery is a life-long process, one that requires discipline and most importantly intensive treatment and therapy. Addiction is usually a symptom of an underlying issue such as ... Read More
Drug Profile: Spice and K2
Years ago, savvy manufacturers were marketing "K2" and "Spice" as a safer alternative to cannabis. Today, these synthetic designer drugs promising to mimic the effects of THC have proven to be far more dangerous than their organic counterparts. The K2 drug has made headlines over the years for causing acute ... Read More
Closing the Gap: Income and Addiction Survival Rates
Most people would say that there's no inequality when it comes to fighting addiction, and that everyone has equal access to treatment programs. Recent studies look at how treatment for any disease isn’t always the same for the poor or people without health insurance. That translates into higher stakes for those who ... Read More
Up In Smoke: Knowing When Weed Has Taken Over Your Life
In the last few years, there's been a monumental shift in laws, attitudes and social acceptance of marijuana use across the country. Despite the fact that cannabis remains classified as a Schedule 1 substance under the Controlled Substances Act, medical marijuana is now legal in close to three dozen states and ... Read More
Beyond the Movie Myths: The Truth About Antisocial Personality Disorders
Despite the frequency with which the term "antisocial" is used in both casual conversation and armchair diagnoses, the reality of antisocial personality disorder is far different than commonplace usage of the word indicates. A personality disorder that often manifests as a general disregard for the thoughts, feelings ... Read More
How Your Substance Abuse Baggage Is Weighing You Down
A common topic of discussion in recovery is whether someone can find a lasting romantic connection with another person in spite of their addiction or mental health disorder, and the fact is, it's not easy. There are a huge number of ways your recovery can wreak havoc on your ability to have a functioning ... Read More
