Family support plays a crucial role in the journey of addiction recovery. Recognizing the profound impact that family members have on an individual’s well-being, it is essential to emphasize the importance of their involvement throughout the healing process. The support, understanding, and encouragement provided by family members can significantly contribute to the success and long-term…
5 Benefits of Group Therapy 1. Not All Peer Pressure Is Harmful In a support group of other people at different stages in their recovery process, a person who might otherwise be prone to a relapse can rely on their peers to help keep them accountable. In a group of others who know firsthand what…
Many different approaches are used to treat those recovering from alcohol use disorders. In contingency management therapy, you receive a reward for refraining from drinking. It’s based on how your brain processes rewards. By reinforcing sober behavior with contingency management (CM), our experienced therapists at Pines Recovery Life Detox in South Florida begin the process…
If you have a family history of addiction, alcohol or drug abuse may feel like a natural transition. Breaking the cycle of addiction takes a lot of hard work and dedication. The family therapy program at Pines Recovery Life Detox in South Florida can help you address the problem as a family. If you want…
When you receive treatment for alcohol and drug addiction, a variety of approaches can improve your chances of maintaining recovery and drug-free living. At Pines Recovery Life Detox in South Florida, we offer traditional talk therapies, nutrition, and fitness programs, and combined approaches that mix psychoanalysis with other proven treatment methods, such as acceptance and…
When trying to maintain recovery, there will be times when you want to give up the struggle and begin using again. However, addiction therapy programs may help to prevent a relapse. Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT therapy for substance abuse, involves emotion regulation, mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. By keeping your emotions in check,…
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective types of psychotherapy used in treating addiction. Actions and emotions born out of illogical thought patterns lead to negative responses during recovery. If you act on these impulses you will set yourself back. It is important to make sure these negative thoughts do not stand in…
For an effective addiction treatment program, choose one that offers both evidence-based and holistic addiction therapy. Evidence-based treatment relies on proven clinical approaches such as talk therapy. This includes cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. However, to treat the body and soul, you need therapies that help you reconnect with yourself, such as nature therapy,…
If you or a loved one have a substance use disorder, you already know that addiction affects the entire family. To promote a full recovery, our Pines Recovery Life Detox team advises clients to consider including family members in their treatment plan. Our treatment center in South Florida takes a holistic approach to recovery which…
Treating opioid addiction is a complex process. That’s because this addiction creates significant changes in the brain, often so much so that it is hard for a person to stop using. Sometimes medications can help. Buprenorphine opioid addiction treatment is one potential option for you. Buprenorphine is a medication commonly used in addiction treatment because…