Addiction

Are you ready to get sober? Has the day finally come for you to stop hiding your addiction from your family, your friends and maybe even your job?…

Growing up in the South, Jacob Jones, 30, was raised on football. Jacob always committed himself physically and emotionally to the game that would lead to team victories and good times alongside his dad, also known as ‘’Coach.’’…

ens of thousands of college students nationwide will cheer for their football teams this weekend. Some of those who show up for the game after tailgate drinking may not remember the highlight touchdowns that they cheered so loudly for……

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.

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…

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, 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…

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…

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.