Stimulants are a class of drugs that impact the central nervous system by speeding up the messages between the brain and the body. Stimulants increase the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain. Dopamine is the body’s natural “feel good” drug. Norepinephrine is involved in regulating the body’s cardiovascular system and breathing. There are…
Drug detox is a process during which all traces of substances are removed from the body. Detox is generally the first step toward recovery from drug addiction and should be followed by comprehensive addiction treatment. The main goal of detox is to address the physical aspects of addiction so that patients can deal with the…
It is hard to say exactly what will happen in the future when it comes to addiction recovery. There are many variables to consider; however, science-based theories, along with holistic approaches, are still presumed to be in play. For individuals and families struggling to heal from the disease of addiction, it’s vital to know the…
Have you thought about what happens once you leave drug and alcohol treatment? At Harmony Hills, you will learn and grow so much during your time with us. You may even find yourself feeling confident enough to take on all of the challenges you face in your world. Yet, you still have an addiction. That…
Sober holidays sound challenging, but they don’t have to be. For many people, sober living is a challenge that first year – the first step of holidays can be difficult to navigate. That’s why it is important to have help and support along the way. At Harmony Hills, we are here for you whenever you…
It can be a challenge to know where to go to get the care you need to beat addiction. Once you decide to get help, you want the best Florida recovery center available to you. That’s going to give you the strongest opportunity to overcome your addiction. Our team at Harmony Hills strives to provide…
For decades, people have seen addiction as part of a personal problem that stemmed from a failure of the individual. However, experts today recognize that there are a variety of reasons why people struggle with addiction. At Harmony Hills, we know that by taking an approach toward humanizing addiction, society can reduce stigma, make accessing…
Substance abuse recovery does not happen the same for everyone. There are multiple paths to recovery. Every person is different. Therefore, substance abuse treatment facilities like Harmony Hills rarely offer one recovery option. Some people may need a combination of different types of care to create customized paths to recovery. 12-Step Recovery Programs One of…
Addiction treatment continues to evolve as professionals learn more about how substances impact the brain. As such, we constantly are refining addiction treatment to improve the outcomes for all our clients. When you need recovery services, you need to find a facility like Harmony Hills that seeks to provide the most scientifically proven ways to…
You may think that once a loved one who suffers from an addiction enters recovery, then the worry ends. But concern for their wellbeing continues as they move through recovery. At Harmony Hills, we know that supporting a loved one in recovery is not easy. However, the more you know about treatment and how to…