Mindfulness and Addiction

Addiction is a complex and challenging disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It can have devastating consequences on an individual’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as well as their relationships, career, and overall quality of life. While traditional addiction treatment approaches like medication and therapy are essential, incorporating mindfulness practices can significantly enhance the […]
Is Buprenorphine the Same as Suboxone?

When it comes to treating opioid addiction, there are several medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options available. Two of the most commonly used medications are buprenorphine and Suboxone. While these medications are often used interchangeably, they are not exactly the same. In this article, we’ll explore the similarities and differences between buprenorphine and Suboxone, and how they […]
What is Subutex?

The opioid epidemic has ravaged communities across the United States, leaving countless individuals struggling with addiction and its devastating consequences. As the need for effective treatment options grows, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) has emerged as a proven approach to helping individuals overcome opioid dependence. One of the most commonly used medications in MAT is Subutex, a […]
Signs of Cocaine Use

Cocaine, a potent stimulant, significantly affects the brain and body. Its allure stems from the intense euphoria and energy surge it provides, but these short-lived highs come with serious repercussions. Destination Hope, a premier drug and alcohol addiction treatment center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is dedicated to helping individuals overcome cocaine addiction through compassionate and […]
Impulsive Vs Compulsive: What’s The Difference?

What’s the difference between impulsive and compulsive behaviors? Understanding the distinctions is essential in addressing dual diagnosis conditions that intertwine addiction with mental health disorders. Learning how to compare impulsive vs compulsive behaviors can help individuals spot problematic behaviors in those who might need help or assistance with targeting and treating them properly. What Is […]
The Effects of Drug Use on Oral Health
The physical effects of drug usage are commonly thought of as weight loss, thinning hair, or skin care problems. However, one of the most profound effects is dental. At Destination Hope, clients are often eager to get dental care after seeing the damage drugs have done to their teeth. Dr. Ari Socher of Renumi Mobile […]
What’s the Difference between Inpatient and Outpatient Care?
Drug and alcohol treatment options vary from place to place. However, in most cases, they fall into two major categories – inpatient or outpatient care. Both are meant to help you get better, and both are focused on your well-being and rehabilitation. It is important to understand the difference between inpatient and outpatient care. Both […]
Should You Return to Drug Rehab?
Knowing if it was a Slip or Relapse Making the decision to use alcohol or drugs again is always a dangerous choice for a person in recovery. The severity of the damage which this will lead to for the recovering addict and the people around them is usually determined by the time it takes that […]
3 Myths about Your First Time in Substance Abuse Treatment
1. It’s the scariest thing you will ever go through. It’s actually not. If you can muster up the strength to finally get your life on track, the rest is easy. Once you come to drug and alcohol treatment you are already bettering yourself and have the courage to face it. It’s not going to […]
Why Siblings Are Important in Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery is a very delicate and complicated process that takes an incredible amount of dedication and commitment from not only the addict, but the addict’s family as well. The role of the family as a whole is integral towards maintaining effective substance abuse treatment and long-term sobriety. In a way, it’s not just the addict that needs to recover but the entire family. The addict is a product of the family, individually and environmentally. We’re all products of the family we were raised in. If the family changes the way they communicate, behave and handle certain situations that have an impact on the addict, the addict may not respond in the same way they used to by abusing drugs or alcohol.