If you need treatment for seasonal depression, or what’s commonly called SAD (seasonal affective disorder), you’re not alone. Many people struggle with feelings of depression during the wintertime. This time of year, the days are shorter, and the weather is often cold and cloudy. A small percentage of people also experience a reverse form of…
Many people drink more than they intended to at some point in their lives. Binge drinking is defined as when women drink more than four drinks in two hours, or when men drink more than five in the same time period. Drinking in this way can be dangerous, and it’s common for college students to…
If you struggle with anxiety and alcoholism, you’re definitely not alone. Many individuals who struggle with alcohol addiction also face mental health challenges, which can include anxiety. These two issues can actually feed into each other and create a dangerous cycle. All too often, those who are experiencing anxiety drink alcohol so they feel more…
If you’re dealing with PTSD in recovery, we can help. At Atlantic Recovery Center, we understand that PTSD can be a very serious matter, and that trauma from the past needs to be resolved. It’s harder to stay in recovery when triggers affect your mental health. Putting the past behind you is one of the…
For help with addiction issues, more and more people are turning to new and unique options. That’s because the benefits of holistic treatment are significant for many people. At Atlantic Recovery Center, we understand the value that holistic treatment can bring to someone’s life and how it can help them do more with their recovery.…
Making the choice to deal with a chronic substance abuse problem is only one part of the equation. Next comes the process of deciding on the best course of treatment. To do that, it’s important to understand how different recovery programs work. Each of them provides different ways of entering recovery, where you’re constantly working to…
The effects of heroin are often devastating to families. However, help is available. For those living in or near Davie, FL, Atlantic Recovery Center is a heroin addiction treatment center that provides the highest quality of care for loved ones who struggle with addiction. When it’s time to reach out for assistance in battling the…
How we view and treat individuals struggling with addiction has evolved over the years. Millions of Americans struggle each day with the throes of addiction. To that end, addiction specialists play an essential role in providing hope and care to those seeking treatment. What is an Addiction Specialist? Addiction specialists are individuals working in the…
Treating alcohol and drug addictions typically require different levels of care. The best choice for clients depends on the severity of their disorder and their current support system. One form of treatment that combines the benefits of inpatient and outpatient treatment is partial hospitalization programs. PHP treatment provide flexibility to clients for whom an extended…
Many people view drug addiction as a weakness, a sign that an individual has serious character flaws. However, addiction is a disease that requires something more than willpower to overcome. Drugs change your brain chemistry, causing such intense cravings that it can seem impossible to come up with a plan on how to stop drug…