Alcohol use disorder, or what used to be termed alcoholism, is a condition that requires an alcohol addiction treatment program to stop its effects from ruining lives. Like any substance, alcohol can be abused. When it is frequently misused, it can alter brain chemistry, causing individuals to become addicted. This disease requires professional support to…
Having started in the 1930s, the 12-step recovery program template has been a mainstay in treatment options for a wide range of issues and is based on the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book manual. Here at Harmony Hills, your rehab program in Florida, we base much of our treatment on this very sound platform. 12-step therapy…
If you or someone is currently dealing with addiction and has committed to recovery, you may wonder what happens when treatment commences. One of the aspects many clients need assistance with as they heal from the physical and psychological aspects of addiction is integrating into everyday life. Sometimes addiction erodes the practical skills we’ve developed…
Have you thought about what happens once you leave drug and alcohol treatment? At Harmony Hills, you will learn and grow so much during your time with us. You may even find yourself feeling confident enough to take on all of the challenges you face in your world. Yet, you still have an addiction. That…
When it comes to mental health during the winter, you may notice that life is a bit harder. You may not find joy as often as you used to. You may even hate the winter months because of the unease and depression you feel. This is not uncommon, but it is also nothing to ignore.…
Mental health therapies are available to meet most needs. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or post-traumatic stress disorder, you may benefit from some of the mental health treatments we offer at Harmony Hills. Keep in mind that, while there are many types of therapy available, not all of them are going…
Addiction changes relationships. In some situations, you may not want or need to fix those relationships. You may be okay with just letting them go. That may even be in the best interest of your future. For other people, though, you want to fix things. Family treatment can provide that. This type of family therapy…
For decades, people have seen addiction as part of a personal problem that stemmed from a failure of the individual. However, experts today recognize that there are a variety of reasons why people struggle with addiction. At Harmony Hills, we know that by taking an approach toward humanizing addiction, society can reduce stigma, make accessing…
When seeking recovery from substance use disorders, you may think that a 12-step approach is your only option. However, due to the spiritually based nature of these programs, those who do not have beliefs in God may not receive the same benefits from these methods. Twelve-step programs provide one path to recovery. But, they are…
Have you thought about getting sober or never touching drugs again? Did you find yourself unable to make that decision? If so, you may be stuck at the start of the recovery process, a long journey into getting the support you need to heal from addiction. At Harmony Hills, we provide a comprehensive set of…