Addiction Recovery

Millions of people suffer from addiction to drugs and alcohol. When many people think about addiction, they immediately think of illegal drugs like cocaine and heroin. However, millions of people in the United States are living with addiction to prescription drugs. The most common, addictive class of drugs is prescription…

Nearly 50% of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia meet the criteria for a substance use disorder.[1] The conversation surrounding the cause of this comorbidity has been ongoing, with genetic vulnerability, neurobiological aspects, psychosocial factors, and even the side effects of medication being considered. Whatever causes schizophrenia and addiction to co-occur, this…

Substance abuse can place people and families in painful and dangerous situations. When someone is struggling with drugs or alcohol but refuses help, loved ones often feel powerless. Florida law provides a path to intervene in certain situations through the Florida Marchman Act, a law designed to help individuals whose…

Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be heartbreaking. Many families in Palm Beach County feel overwhelmed when alcohol or drugs begin to affect the health, safety, and well-being of someone they care about. It can be difficult to know what to say, how to help, or where to…