Addiction treatment clients that are involved in a traditional program may feel that it is just another form of punishment—not treatment at all. Treatment centers often reinforce that idea through “clinical over-reach,” insisting on highly restrictive care in practically all cases. Clinical over-reach (too intense for too long) damages the therapeutic bond that addiction professionals…
Why Use the 12 Step Approach? It’s indisputable. Addiction recovery experts agree AA and NA meetings are the “go-to” place after rehab. If you were lucky, you were heavily exposed to one or both of these fellowships in treatment. The best addiction centers connect clients to support groups with a formal goal in the first…
While doing research for the last blog-post I posted here (“Don’t Give Up Hope: What to Do if You Fail a DOT Drug Test”), I became aware of the many similarities between the consequences commercial drivers (i.e., truck drivers, bus drivers, etc.) face if they fail a drug test and the consequences nurses face. What…
If you’ve been living with a substance abuse problem, there is help available. One of the best rehab programs for men in Florida can help you take the first steps towards reclaiming your life. In fact, you can be well on your way towards a total and lasting recovery in less time than you might…
Substance abuse in the workplace presents a major problem for employers, coworkers, workplace safety and family members at home. Of course, these problems also affect the person who abuses the substances. Damages from workplace substance abuse costs the U.S. over $100 billion each year. But what do you do, if someone you care about abuses…
BoardPrep Recovery Center® is pleased to sponsor the Federation of State Physician Health Programs annual conference in 2018. BoardPrep is honored to be recognized with other leading treatment centers specializing in the evaluation and treatment of physicians and other health professionals from across the United States and Canada. “Our sponsorship represents BoardPrep’s commitment to promoting the…
More people today than ever before are finding meaningful connections with the world through their smart devices and computers. This article shows how computers, smart phones in social media can be used to support recovery. There is an old saying that wherever two recovering people get together, the heartbeat of recovery is there. At BoardPrep,…
Recovery is … … being honest with myself … being able to enjoy life without drinking or using drugs like I used to … living a life that contributes to society, to your family or to your betterment … being the kind of person that people can count on … about giving back … striving…
Private Rooms and Individualized Care A private bedroom in an upscale recovery residence sets a relaxing tone. Delicious meals remind residents they are loved. A safe and clean environment reinforces a sense of security. Residents cherish the empathy and sensitivity shown by our team. Perhaps already at one of the lowest points of their lives,…
No Shame, No Blame John Harden – “You’re as sick as the secrets you keep!” This wisdom is passed on in 12 step meetings across the country. The secret burdens of mental illness and addiction are often taken silently to the grave due stigma and shame. There can also be real stigma associated with receiving treatment. As if the…