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RECO Intensive
140 NE 4th Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33483
toll free: 844.900.RECO
local tel: 561.808.7986
fax: 561.450.6637
[email protected]
RECO Intensive
140 NE 4th Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33483
Contingency Management, sometimes abbreviated CM, is a type of behavioral therapy which is highly effective as part of outpatient addiction treatment. CM is founded on operant conditioning, the psychological approach... read more
Deciding if you should date someone who is recovering from addiction is similar to approaching any new romantic relationship, but with some specific challenges and factors to consider. Someone who... read more
Addiction is a multi-faceted disease with wide-ranging and sometimes unexpected effects. One of these is the effect that addiction has on your financial stability. It can be a shock to... read more
Drug addiction is a common problem in the United States, with a 2011 survey indicating 10% of the population over the age of 12 reporting using illicit drugs in the... read more
Whether it’s yourself or a loved one who’s struggling with addiction, you may wonder how it all started. Although everyone has a different story, a common denominator in many instances... read more
The number of people with substance abuse disorders in the U.S. is in the millions. Along with those who are struggling with addiction recovery, family members and close friends are... read more
Depressants are a class of drugs which help to manage symptoms associated with conditions including insomnia, anxiety, and pain. However, depressants also exist in the form of cigarettes, illegal drugs,... read more
College depression is a very common condition. Affecting as many as 22% of students in the United States, college depression and alcohol use go hand in hand.1 Yet just how are... read more
For many, especially young adults, nights filled with beer and shots of liquor are extremely common. Heavy drinking is often seen as a “coming of age” activity, and the effects... read more
The short answer to this question is that if someone has a true addiction—defined by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) as compulsive drug seeking and use despite negative... read more
At RECO Intensive, an important part of what we do at our outpatient treatment center in Delray Beach is educating our clients and their loved ones about addiction—what it is,... read more
You may have been prescribed opioid drugs following dental work or surgery or after having sustained an injury. However, these drugs have a high risk of dependency. Women, especially those... read more
Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs help alleviate symptoms associated with illness or medical conditions. Because these drugs aren’t considered to be addictive, many consider them to be safe to use. However, when... read more
Drugs and alcohol affect the entire body. From your brain to your skin, harmful substances are often detrimental to your health, both internally and externally. As you make the decision... read more
At one time or another, we will all experience some form of trauma. While many will be able to work through some traumas and continue on in a healthy way,... read more
When drug addiction and mental illness occur at the same time, they present with an intertwined set of symptoms. Either illness might develop first, or it might be difficult to... read more
While 2.5 million people sought treatment at a specialty facility for substance addiction in 2012, it is estimated that this accounts for less than 11% of those who needed an... read more
Most of the coaching, medical support, and life skills you obtain in your intensive outpatient program are preparing you for stepping confidently into a new life. Part of that life... read more
In times of stress and uncertainty, it is a protective instinct that sends us back to the places we feel safe. Returning to a solid foundation and safe environment allows... read more
During recovery, it's common to want to have a close connection with someone because, let’s face it, recovery can get quite lonely sometimes. Even if you’re undergoing outpatient addiction treatment,... read more
When a loved one has an addiction to drugs or alcohol, it can place stress and strain on the addict’s loved ones. While some addicts come to realize they have... read more
When most people think of treatment for addiction, detox is one of the first things to come to mind. Yet, detoxing is only one part of successful treatment. Treatment doesn't... read more
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each day more than 1,000 people are treated for some sort of drug abuse. This number is expected to rise as... read more
Drug addiction not only affects the millions of individuals who struggle with it, but also their families, friends, and coworkers. The problem often isn’t just the substances abused. Users of... read more
Just like medical treatment for a serious health condition, the two main types of addiction treatment programs are residential and outpatient. And just like a serious medical condition, the decision... read more
The debate surrounding the use of marijuana continues to rage on, worldwide, as the general public, doctors, and politicians weigh the decision of whether or not to legalize the use... read more
Stress and addiction go together. It’s difficult enough to stay off drugs or alcohol. When life gets tough, it can seem impossible to stick to a healthy routine that promotes... read more
Addiction recovery advocates, hospitals, and law enforcement agencies face significant challenges from the rise of synthetic marijuana, as these powerful and unpredictable drugs—often referred to as “mojo”—are causing a wave... read more
When it comes to drugs, it would be wrong to equate legality with safety. The law prohibits most dangerous psychoactive substances, but not all. Take the case of legal intoxicants.... read more
Addiction recovery programs help substance abusers overcome their addictions by getting them to abstain from misusing drugs, including prescription painkillers. In some situations, however, recovering addicts have a legitimate need... read more
The list of addictive substances is long and growing. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, tens of millions of Americans suffer from some form of dependency, and only... read more
Addiction is a complicated condition. Substance use disorders often have roots in genetic makeup, exposure to trauma, mental illness, or distress of some kind. Addiction impacts every facet of a... read more
When a loved one is struggling with the pain of addiction to drugs or alcohol, our natural inclination is to help them out in any way we can. The suffering... read more
What Are Sedatives? Throughout medical history, doctors have relied on sedative drugs in order to aid relaxation, sleep, and pain management. From early bromides, to barbiturates, to benzodiazepines and modern... read more
How do we ensure our colleges and universities are cradles of learning rather than nests of alcohol and drug abuse? By promoting a culture of sober living and by giving... read more
Addiction poses a health concern to all substance abusers, but pregnant women face an added worry—drugs and alcohol can also hurt the babies that are developing in their womb. Tobacco,... read more
Social drinking is part of life for millions of Americans. Unfortunately, alcohol consumption can be problematic for several reasons, not the least of which including addiction and dependence, leading to... read more
In the United States, soldiers are heroes. We rely on our servicemen and women to keep the country safe at home and abroad, representing American ideals everywhere they go and... read more
Anyone who’s ever loved an addict can tell you that there’s no such thing as addiction in a vacuum. While addicted people may often feel isolated and alone, their loved... read more
It’s not easy to become sober. It’s even harder to stay sober. Given the many challenges facing recovering addicts, it’s hardly surprising that relapses are a frequent occurrence. Sometimes returning... read more
Treating substance abuse is not a one-time affair. No one can wave a magic wand and cure the disease of addiction in one fell swoop. Recovery takes time. It involves... read more
Does Dual Diagnosis Treatment Work? When you start researching options for addiction recovery, one of your first questions is often, “Will this work?” You are committing time, energy and money.... read more
People hoping to overcome chemical dependency typically have two options—inpatient or outpatient treatment programs While both provide effective care, they do so in different ways. What may be right for... read more
Drug and alcohol addiction wreaks havoc on the lives of millions of addicts and their families, but only a fraction of men and women with a substance abuse problem ever... read more
Drug addiction impacts millions of Americans from all walks of life and assuming that it is the problem of just one demographic group is ill-informed and dangerous. The truth is... read more
