A significant number of doctors, nurses, and physicians are likely to struggle with addiction at some point in their careers. As such, medical professionals struggle with alcohol abuse and addiction at rates that are similar to, or slightly higher than, the general public. There are certainly a wide-ranging set of problems associated with having a…
Ever been mesmerized when looking at something? Pre-occupied with hunger or thirst, unable to focus on anything else, or stuck in your thoughts about the loss of love? Addiction to alcohol and other drugs is like that. It hijacks the brain, making it very difficult to focus on anything else. It’s vital to learn how…
March is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. This is a great time to learn more about drug and alcohol addiction and how to get help if you or someone you know is struggling. BoardPrep Recovery Center® is a Tampa drug and alcohol rehab center that offers addiction treatment programs for adults. Our staff is…
Holidays such as Valentine’s Day can put a lot of pressure on a couple, whether they’ve been together for a week or they’ve been together for ten years. If one or both of those in a relationship are experiencing problems with substance abuse, however, holidays and day-to-day life can become even more stressful. When one…
As you weigh your options for the best drug rehab centers in Florida, you obviously want the best possible treatment. After all, no one wants to keep returning to rehab. But some programs do exist in Florida for your best chance of strong, lifelong recovery. You just need to know how to identify those programs.…
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes in the United States. Alcohol is one of the top preventable causes of death in the country; it steals lives, destroys homes, and breaks hearts. The average life span of someone who drinks is shortened by 30 years.…
Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals may abuse alcohol or drugs for various reasons. Some may need to cope with the pressures of the job. Others may be trying to stay alert during long, demanding shifts. Whatever the reason, there is an increasing demand for drug rehab for medical professionals. While addiction can be isolating,…
Detox refers to a person’s rapid cessation from using alcohol or drugs that they’ve become chemically dependent upon. It is the first step in any addiction recovery program. However, detoxing without professional supervision isn’t just uncomfortable; it can be dangerous. If you struggle to manage your alcohol addiction and wish to get sober, there are…
If you are in recovery from alcohol abuse or addiction, the holidays can be a difficult time. But, there are many practices and principles available which will help you remain sober during the holidays. Navigating recovery during the holidays may seem daunting. But there are many grounding techniques that can help you keep sober during…
Medical professionals are not exempt from experiencing addiction purely because of the work they do. Addiction can affect anyone. In fact, the reasons for addiction in medical professionals often differ from why people in the general population develop an addiction. That, in turn, means specialized addiction treatment for medical professionals provides the best path forward.…