November 16, 2021
What happens if you drink on Campral? Visit us here to learn how this medication works and the side effects of mixing acamprosate and alcohol.
September 13, 2021
The spooky season is coming and we're sharing some fun sober Halloween activities that can make this year memorable.
July 2, 2021
Overcoming guilt and shame in addiction recovery is possible with these simple tips from our Stuart, Florida treatment center.
June 24, 2021
Emotional sobriety is when an addict can confront the negative emotions that contributed to their addiction. Learn more here.
May 6, 2021
International Yoga Day is a motivator to practice a health hobby. Learn more here about the benefits of yoga for addiction recovery.
April 22, 2021
There are many risks of isolation in recovery that can threaten your progress. Visit us here to learn more about these risks and simple ways to avoid them.
April 21, 2021
Happy Sober Mother’s Day! Whether you’re a mother in addiction recovery or the child of a newly sober mom, we’re sharing some ways you can celebrate Mother’s Day 2021 together.
March 17, 2021
Adjusting to life after rehab can be difficult without some guidance. Whether you’re a resident or a tourist, we’re sharing some sober things to do in Stuart, FL that you can enjoy on your own or with others.
February 16, 2021
The journey of sobriety isn’t always a smooth one. Visit us here for some tips on stress management in addiction recovery that anyone working on their sobriety can apply.
January 27, 2021
Transitioning back into everyday life after drug or alcohol rehab is already difficult; traveling in addiction recovery can also present some challenges. Find out some of the do’s and don’ts of sober traveling to help you stay on track.
December 28, 2020
If you’re struggling to transition back to everyday life after rehab, our guide to your first month sober can help. Visit us here for some tips on how to stay on track in the first 30 days of sobriety.
December 22, 2020
At Banyan Treatment Centers Boca, we know that finding new forms of entertainment after rehab can be challenging. That’s why we’ve shared some of our favorite sober things to do in Boca.
July 20, 2020
A loved one’s cocaine addiction can sneak up on you, but catching on to these signs of cocaine use behavior could tip you off before it is too late.
July 19, 2020
Studies on the effects of alcohol on the heart and cardiovascular system have mixed results, but for good reason. Learn more about how your drinking could be impacting your heart.
July 9, 2020
Studies on the effects of alcohol on the heart and cardiovascular system have mixed results, but for good reason. Learn more about how your drinking could be impacting your heart.
July 2, 2020
Genetics and addiction have a complicated relationship. If you have a parent or close relative who is or was an addict, here is what you should know.
July 1, 2020
Drug cravings are a part of recovery. Besides learning how to cope with them, learn more about what causes drug cravings and how long you can expect them.
July 1, 2020
Addiction recovery requires support and understanding. These inspirational books for recovering addicts offer the added support that you may need on your own sobriety journey.
June 30, 2020
On ‘Mama June: Family Crisis’, Mama June makes the decision to go to rehab with her boyfriend, Geno Doak. Learn more here.
June 29, 2020
Disruptions in illegal drug trade and production have forced drug prices to rise during coronavirus to exorbitant levels. These high drug prices could stick around.
June 24, 2020
Exercise during withdrawal may seem unrealistic, but getting a little active during detox could have numerous benefits.
June 24, 2020
Building a support network in recovery isn’t always easy, but it is imperative if you want to stay sober. These tips on finding support in recovery could save you from relapse.
June 15, 2020
Many fear that relapses from coronavirus could be on the rise. Find out more about what could be triggering this uptick in addiction relapse.
June 10, 2020
Dating in early recovery can be problematic for your sobriety and can negatively impact your future in various ways. Instead of dating in early recovery and putting your bright future at risk, here is what you should be doing.
June 8, 2020
Nootropics may seem like miracle drugs, but the side effects of smart drugs may not be worth the risk for everyone. Learn more about nootropic use and what it could mean for your body.
June 3, 2020
Unlike some other drugs, benzodiazepine overdose symptoms may not be as alarming when taken alone. Make sure you can recognize the signs of benzo overdose with or without the interaction of other substances so that you can help someone in need.
May 29, 2020
Alcoholism in the workplace is bad for business and the employee. Learn to recognize the signs of an alcoholic at work as well as how to help.
May 27, 2020
Many people abuse methamphetamine for its initial euphoric rush, but meth affects the brain in several ways, including long-term damage.
May 26, 2020
Having a loved one who is an addict can be difficult, but these books for families of drugs addicts can give you a new perspective as well as hope for the future.
May 21, 2020
Fentanyl patches can be used to treat chronic and severe pain, but they aren’t without their dangers. Learn more about the risks behind these transdermal patches.
May 18, 2020
Not only does substance abuse impact your health, but drugs affect your face and physical appearance as well. Learn more about the cosmetic damage and negative effects of drug abuse on your face.
May 12, 2020
Holding an intervention is a challenge and won’t always be successful. These tips on staging an intervention for an alcoholic could help both you and your loved one.
May 11, 2020
Trying to explain addiction to a child can be scary and overwhelming. Instead of stumbling your way through it, follow these tips to speak to your child about addiction in a way that they can understand.
May 6, 2020
Job interviews can be nerve-wracking in general, but a job interview in recovery can be even more stressful. There is plenty of uncharted territory you need to navigate, but these job interview tips could help.
May 4, 2020
Addiction recovery is about making positive changes, including making honesty in recovery a priority. Being honest in addiction recovery can drastically impact not only your relationships, but the success of your sobriety.
April 21, 2020
Not everyone knows what to say during an intervention, but what you say could make all the difference. Follow this list of tips on what to say and what not to say at an intervention so that your intervention could be a success.
April 16, 2020
If you want to find lasting sobriety, it may be time to say goodbye to some old friends in recovery. Here’s how you should approach old friendships after rehab to make sure you stay on track.
April 15, 2020
Detox is hard enough as it is, but the coronavirus is forcing many people to detox in quarantine. If you a dealing with withdrawal in quarantine, these tips might be able to help.
April 8, 2020
Staying sober in college may be daunting, but it may not be as hard as it seems. These tips on how to be sober in school could just save you from relapse.
April 8, 2020
A new bill to change Florida’s legal vaping age is being hotly debated. How could this new law affect you or your child?
March 31, 2020
Heroin and painkillers are often connected. Learn more about how their tricky relationship can turn one misstep into a slippery slope.
March 23, 2020
Inhaling a little gas from a whipped cream canister may seem harmless, but the effects of whippets can be deadly after the first use.
March 23, 2020
Amphetamine abuse can lead to dangerous consequences, but you could help your loved one avoid them by being able to recognize the amphetamine abuse symptoms sooner rather than later.
March 17, 2020
When someone you care about is no longer acting like themselves, it may be time to step in. Learn to recognize these subtle signs of drug abuse to see if getting high is their problem.
March 13, 2020
Is your loved one showing signs of an addictive personality? It may not be what you think.
March 5, 2020
Low self-esteem can lead to substance abuse but increasing self-esteem in recovery could help you stop. Follow these tips to build self-esteem after addiction and avoid relapse.
March 5, 2020
Drug abuse is no joke. If you suspect your teen in on drugs, you need to act now. Learn to recognize the warning signs of drug abuse in teens and what to do after.
March 4, 2020
If you spouse is an addict, you may not know where to turn. At Banyan Boca, we are sharing some insight on being married to an addict and what to do about it.
March 2, 2020
Substance abuse in the elderly is a bigger problem than many people realize. Learn more about the problematic substance use of the Baby Boomers.
February 28, 2020
Substance abuse in first responders is common. At Banyan Detox Stuart, we are looking at the reasons why and which substances are the most abused.
February 25, 2020
Many addicts in early recovery especially will experience mood swings that can derail their progress. The key is learning how to control mood swings in recovery so that you can be happier and avoid relapse.
February 17, 2020
Opioids may be making headlines, but the rise in meth use in the United States should not go unnoticed. At Banyan Detox Stuart, we are going over the surprising numbers and their impact.
February 17, 2020
Needle exchange programs in Florida only became legal in 2019. While Miami-Dade has had drastic improvements with these syringe exchange programs, other counties are slow to follow suit.
February 5, 2020
Many people believe that art can heal. In fact, creativity in addiction recovery can have several quantitative results.
February 5, 2020
Addiction is more than a matter of cravings. Drugs affect the brain in several ways, including both structurally and chemically.
February 3, 2020
Dry January is just a glimpse into the benefits of sobriety from alcohol, but it's fleeting. Instead of a one-month commitment, a lifetime commitment could provide even more benefits of sobriety.
February 3, 2020
Being sober doesn’t mean you need to stay home every Friday night. With the right tips and guidelines, going out and not drinking is doable.
January 23, 2020
While some people believe that kratom could be part of a cure for opioid abuse, others worry the drug is dangerous. At Banyan Detox Stuart, we are looking at the kratom debate in full.
January 23, 2020
Addiction doesn’t happen overnight. Learn to recognize the early signs of drug addiction to stop your drug problem while it is much easier, and you still can.
January 16, 2020
Baker County police started 2020 off with a bang after the Operation Happy New Year drug bust that led to the arrest of over 15 people suspected of selling and distributing illegal narcotics.
January 16, 2020
Are the dangers of mixing benzos and alcohol worth the risks? Learn more about abuse symptoms and side effects, as well as treatment options at Banyan Stuart.
January 8, 2020
New studies suggest that using ketamine to treat alcoholism is a safe and effective approach for treating alcohol use disorder. But this approach to treatment can bring its own risks, and further studies are needed. Learn more about this radical approach to alcoholism treatment.
December 31, 2019
There are many reasons that addiction statistics are growing among LGBTQ communities. Those with gender or sexual identities that vary from the status quo often face stigmas and even higher LGBTQ addiction rates. Banyan Treatment Centers Boca Raton explores the latest in rising LGBTQ substance abuse rates.
December 31, 2019
Psychoactive drug use and overdoses are on the rise. Psychoactive drug overdoses are especially dangerous and though these drugs may not seem addictive, addictions and repetitive patterns of use can happen. Here’s the truth about psychoactive drug overdoses and what to do if you are addicted.
December 27, 2019
Feeling like your moods are crazy after getting sober? Mood swings in sobriety can happen, but it is possible to navigate the moods and emotions of early sobriety. Learn more about what causes extreme mood swings in recovery and how to treat them.
December 27, 2019
There are many reasons that addiction statistics are growing among LGBTQ communities. Those with gender or sexual identities that vary from the status quo often face stigmas and even higher LGBTQ addiction rates. Banyan Treatment Centers Boca Raton explores the latest in rising LGBTQ substance abuse rates.
December 19, 2019
Relapse is a big fear for many people in recovery, but new discoveries in relapse prevention may help with lasting sobriety. New discoveries are revealing the science behind relapse prevention.
December 16, 2019
There are many reasons that addiction statistics are growing among LGBTQ communities. Those with gender or sexual identities that vary from the status quo often face stigmas and even higher LGBTQ addiction rates. Banyan Treatment Centers Boca Raton explores the latest in rising LGBTQ substance abuse rates.
December 13, 2019
Our Stuart, Florida, Banyan treatment center explores common polysubstance abuse symptoms, dangers, and options to help users get and stay sober. Learn more.
December 9, 2019
Sedatives like Ativan are quickly prescribed, but they can also become addictive in no time. Banyan Treatment Centers Boca Raton offers Ativan addiction treatment and they are sharing signs of Ativan addiction to help more people get the treatment they need.
December 9, 2019
You may be wondering how does Narcan work, especially if a loved one is suffering with opioid addiction. Learn about the benefits and side effects here!
November 27, 2019
Sedatives like Ativan are quickly prescribed, but they can also become addictive in no time. Banyan Treatment Centers Boca Raton offers Ativan addiction treatment and they are sharing signs of Ativan addiction to help more people get the treatment they need.
November 25, 2019
Every year, we all do a bit of self-reflection to develop New Year’s Resolutions that help us be our best selves yet. As 2019 comes to a close, many people are looking to get sober for the new year in 2020. Banyan Detox Stuart explores ways to stick to a New Year’s Resolution of sobriety.
November 22, 2019
Banyan Detox Stuart explores exactly how important sleep is to sobriety along with the insomnia relapse risks. Learn the truth about how dangerous sleepless nights can be for your sobriety.
November 12, 2019
Does your face turn red after you’ve been drinking? This condition, known as alcohol flush or facial flushing, can be caused by an alcohol sensitivity that affects the blood vessels. Learn more about what causes alcoholic red face and what this means for your drinking.
October 31, 2019
Sober shaming happens, but you don’t have to be ashamed of your sobriety. Live sober and unashamed with these tips to break free from cycles of shame. Sober shaming is dangerous to recovery, it’s time to break free.
October 22, 2019
Whether you’re returning home for the holidays or making new holiday traditions, the temptations for relapse can be strong during the holiday season. Banyan Detox Stuart is sharing tips for staying sober during the holidays and avoiding holiday season relapse.
October 22, 2019
There are many people who think that relapse is just a part of the recovery process, but relapse doesn’t have to happen. There are many drug relapse warning signs and increasing anxiety can be one sign of relapse. Banyan Detox Stuart explores the connection between addiction relapse and anxiety and shares tips on reducing anxiety to prevent relapse.
October 2, 2019
Binge drinking is a major problem in schools across the country, but it can also lead to additional challenges like malnutrition. Banyan Detox Stuart explores the college binge drinking statistics and the connection between heavy alcohol consumption and eating disorders.
October 2, 2019
Mood swings are difficult to experience, and many recovering alcoholics may find that they’re facing considerable mood swings in sobriety, especially in early sobriety. Unfortunately, there’s a strong connection between mood swings and alcoholism relapse. But you can stick to sobriety – here’s how.
September 30, 2019
Detoxing from drugs and alcohol can be challenging, but medical supervision and medications can help make the detox process safer. How do you know if you need medical detox? Banyan Detox Stuart outlines instances when a person can benefit from medical support for their detoxification process.
September 26, 2019
Detoxing from drugs and alcohol can be challenging, but medical supervision and medications can help make the detox process safer. How do you know if you need medical detox? Banyan Detox Stuart outlines instances when a person can benefit from medical support for their detoxification process.
September 6, 2019
DTs happen when a person stops drinking, especially after periods of heavy drinking such as binge drinking or long-term alcoholism. Banyan Detox Stuart explores delirium tremens causes and treatments for DTs.
August 27, 2019
You finish a tough shift at the restaurant and, like clockwork, you’re at the bar with your co-workers commiserating over the trials of the day. But shift drinks and drinking while on the job are some features that show the reality of the restaurant industry’s substance abuse problem.
August 16, 2019
Binge drinking isn’t just a college age problem, it’s an issue that seniors struggle with as well. Banyan Stuart explores the dangers as an elderly alcoholic.
August 5, 2019
Tiger Woods and his girlfriend are facing a wrongful death lawsuit from the family of Nicholas Immesberger, a 24-year old Jupiter resident who died in a December 2018 crash after allegedly being overserved at a restaurant owned by Woods. Banyan Detox Stuart explores the Tiger Woods lawsuit and its relation to Florida overserving laws.
August 2, 2019
August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. Banyan Detox Stuart supports raising awareness about overdoses and overdose prevention.
June 28, 2019
Ready to celebrate your first Fourth of July sober? The drug and alcohol treatment team at Banyan Detox Stuart shares tips and guidance on having a fun, healthy, and sober 4th of July 2019.
June 20, 2019
The heroin epidemic may seem like old news, but it’s still growing and worsening around the country. Many states are fighting the heroin epidemic through new programs and approaches to helping their communities. Here’s how one community fought heroin and opioids.
June 7, 2019
While the physical effects of drug or alcohol overdose are apparent, the mechanisms behind the scenes can be more startling than what a person looks like when they’re overdosing. Banyan Detox Stuart shares what happens during a drug overdose and how to recover.
May 31, 2019
Choosing between your education or your recovery? The treatment team at Banyan Detox Stuart shares tips on how to balance college and addiction treatment with insight on taking a leave of absence so you can get sober without compromising your education.
May 28, 2019
For many people struggling with a dual diagnosis disorder, the symptoms of depression can often increase the risk of relapse. Banyan Detox Stuart explores the connection between depression and relapse and shares tips for staying sober.
May 21, 2019
Festival season is here, and you can still enjoy the season while sticking to sobriety. Banyan Detox Stuart shares tips on going to a festival sober and how to avoid relapse triggers. More here.
May 8, 2019
Now that you’re sober, you’ve likely got a lot of free time on your hands. Turn your boredom into fun or even education with these things to do instead of drinking or doing drugs. Find fun sober group activities, ways to pass downtime in sobriety, and more here.
April 30, 2019
Finding a job after recovery starts with knowing where to look. Banyan Detox Stuart offers tips on finding employment after rehab, including tips on how to master job interviews. Your history of addiction doesn’t have to hold you back from your first job after rehab or a new career.
April 30, 2019
You know it’s time to get treatment, and likely, getting treatment will involve coming clean to your loved ones. Banyan Detox Boca Raton shares tips on telling your parents and loved ones that you’re an addict. Coming clean will help you get sober.
April 18, 2019
Though bad habits don’t always become bad addictions, there are some bad habits that former addicts should avoid if they’re looking to maintain lasting sobriety. Banyan Detox Boca Raton outlines addictive habits that can be problematic for former addicts.
April 4, 2019
Helping your loved one find sobriety is the best thing you can do for them. Banyan Detox Boca Raton outlines things to look for when choosing the drug treatment program that will help your loved one get and stay sober.
April 2, 2019
Addiction and alcoholism can destroy your health. Here’s how to get your health back on track, with expert tips on getting healthy after getting sober from Banyan Detox Stuart.
March 12, 2019
Successful addiction treatment includes many aspects of care, including cognitive behavioral therapy. Banyan Detox Boca offers cognitive behavioral therapy, a treatment approach that assists in reducing negative thought patterns and improving recovery outcomes. Learn more.