In recent years, the opioid epidemic has swept through Florida and the rest of our nation at an alarming rate. Opioids are a class of drugs that affect the nervous system by blocking pain and creating intense pleasure feelings. They have the potential to become highly addictive and even deadly, especially when improperly used. There…
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Recognizing the need for drug detox is the first step on the path to successful substance abuse treatment. Equally important is finding the rehab center that is right for you or your loved one. With so many treatment center options, the decision about which to choose can feel difficult. It is important to do the…
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Founded in 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was the first 12 step program. Since then, 12 step programs have been effective at helping millions of people throughout the world manage and maintain their sobriety. Given that AA was designed to help those suffering from alcohol addiction, over time exclusively, the 12 step program philosophy has been…
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Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid pain reliever that is up to 100 times more powerful than morphine. Fentanyl was designed to treat severe pain following surgeries, cancer treatment, or when a patient with chronic pain has developed a tolerance to other opioids. Like other opioids, fentanyl activates receptors on cells throughout the body to…
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Whether dealing with mental health issues or in treatment for a substance use disorder, sometimes clients need more than therapy or counseling to get the best results from their mental health treatment. Therapists provide counseling, often in the form of talk therapy or other evidence-based treatment. However, in most states, they are not allowed to…
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Seeking rehab is often the first step to recovery for clients struggling with mental health issues or substance use disorders. Often, though, going away to a residential program is not an option due to work and family commitments. At Harmony Hills, we don’t take a one size fits all approach. We offer effective treatment programs for…
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So, you’ve decided to seek mental health treatment, but what kind of therapist should you choose? There are many types of mental health counselors, and knowing what kind of therapist you need can be confusing. Sometimes, not knowing what kind of therapist may be best prevents people from beginning a therapy and treatment regimen. Harmony…
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For those with addiction and a mental health disorder, choosing a partial hospitalization program (PHP) may be the best type and level of care available. It is not possible to make this decision without a full assessment to look at all factors. At Harmony Hills, this is one of the addiction treatment program options we…
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A mental health treatment program provides treatment for conditions such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. This type of specialized program focuses on the unique needs of a person with mental health disorders has. At Harmony Hills, we offer a complete anxiety treatment program capable of helping individuals change their outcomes. This, along with…
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If you are someone you know is having issues controlling alcohol, drugs, or gambling, you are not alone. There are lots of people who are having issues when it comes to substance abuse and behavioral disorders. Information published by the CDC has shown that more than 25 percent of adults have engaged in at least…
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