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Recovery Corner with Jamie Smolen, MD

Holiday gratitude in recovery Gratitude has been a time-honored tradition for us human beings. Since people first realized the importance and value of the life-sustaining elements, there has been an appreciation of them, an endearment that has given them the proper place in the history of the human race.

Recovery Corner with Jamie Smolen, MD

Addiction in the brain Addiction exists in the human brain. Specialized neurological pathways in the brain, called circuits, are designed for the experience of pleasure. These circuits tie together parts of the brain where the “feel good” neurotransmitter, dopamine, is produced and stored before it’s released. When dopamine enters…

Recovery Corner with Jamie Smolen, MD

Unfortunately, we hear tragic stories of celebrities dying from suicide or drug overdose too often. Some of us have even experienced the suicides of a friend or a loved one. In light of Robin Williams’ untimely passing recently, we are reminded that suicide is a brutally real consequence of…

September is National Recovery Month

September is National Recovery Month, organized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health services Administration (SAMHSA). This year – the event’s 25th – Recovery Month will focus on getting people talking about recovery. The theme is “Join the Voices for Recovery: Speak Up, Reach Out.” Events are being held…

Aftercare

God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Aftercare meetings DAY TIME ADDITIONAL INFO Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Aftercare Group (in…

Find Us on Facebook

We encourage our alumni to stay engaged in recovery through special activities, so we’ve created a Facebook group for the Florida Recovery Center alumni. Our group is a secure place where you can gather to share, discuss and learn together. Only members of our group can participate in our Facebook…

Alumni

The addiction experts at the UF Health Florida Recovery Center have helped thousands of patients since opening doors more than 25 years ago. We know the importance of fellowship and community in recovery. We encourage our alumni to stay in touch, and to continue to stay sober together.

Physicians & Health Professionals

Helping those in safety-sensitive professions We take great pride in our proven ability to help physicians, dentists, pharmacists and nurses all over the United States overcome addiction and return to successful careers. The UF Health Florida Recovery Center has earned their trust as the hub for national addiction experts in…

Intensive Outpatient Program

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a structured outpatient program that provides accommodation to those who are in recovery within our local community. These individuals have completed addiction treatment and resumed a traditional work schedule or they’re experiencing a treatment setting for the first time. UF Health Florida Recovery Center’s IOP is…