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Hurricane Milton We are happy to report that the storm has passed, and everyone here is safe and accounted for. Thankfully, we were not directly impacted by any major storm developments, and our team took all necessary precautions to ensure everyone�...

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The Comeback is Real

By: Joseph P., Olympus Alum I got to Olympus in February at the lowest point I had been in my life. I had lost my job; I had no friends, and my family wouldn’t speak wi...

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Honoring Our Heroes: Celebrating International Paramedics Day

This International Paramedics Day, people worldwide are coming out to show appreciation for their local paramedics and the tireless service they provide to their communities. In line with their brave r...

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Do I Need Cocaine Detox?

On September 11, 2001, I was living in New York City and working in the healthcare industry. I can remember watching the towers fall and immediately having the sense of my need to do something. I was formally trained as an EMT and my boss and I who did lab work in a h...

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EMDR Therapy: How It Works & Effectiveness of Treatment

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Am I Addicted to Prescription Drugs?

Dealing with a prescription drug addiction can define every aspect of a person’s life. What might start out as a legitimate need for medication could quickly spiral into substance abuse and dependence. Once this happens, recovery can be a tough road to find and stay o...

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What is Substance Abuse: A Complete Guide

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Using an Addictive Personality for Good

It is well-known that certain people are simply more likely to become addicted to drugs or alcohol than others. However, there are also a variety of myths about personality types and addiction. For example, some people believe that ind...

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What Are Alcohol Screenings?

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a tragically common occurrence. According to...

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What Is a Chronic Relapse, and What Can You Do About It?

Anyone in recovery seeks to stay healthy for the rest of their lives. Unfortunately, the recovery journey is not always straightforward. Sometimes, individuals relapse, meaning they will fall back into old habits and abuse alcohol and ...

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PHP Rehab vs. Residential Rehab Programs

Addiction treatment centers treat substance abuse disorders, such as addictions to alcohol, drugs and prescription drugs. PHP rehab vs. residential rehab are two different types of treatment that may be recommended....

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Does TRICARE Cover Mental Health Therapy?

The cost of mental health services is one of the biggest barriers to getting necessary treatment. Knowing whether your health insurance plan includes mental health care helps determine how to afford this necessary health care. ...

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What is PHP Used to Treat?

PHP offers the same individual counseling, group therapy sessions, relapse prevention and support groups as inpatient care without the full-time stay....

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Why Sober Bars are Great for Recovery

If you’re in recovery from alcohol addiction, you may have vowed never to step foot inside a bar again. But did you know there are such things as “sober bars?”...

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How to Develop Healthy Relationships During Recovery

Are you or a loved one struggling with drug and/or alcohol addiction? Help is available. Click here to read about Olympus Recovery’s drug and alcohol treatment programs....

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What Is Recovery & How Important Is It?

Recovering from alcoholism is a huge challenge that many people need to face each day. Taking the steps to admit you have an alcohol use disorder and enter recovery requires a lot of courage. You may have heard about various people recovering from alcoholism, but what d...

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What are the Benefits of a Meth Detox Program?

Methamphetamine is unlike any other substance, so a meth addiction requires a unique treatment approach. Meth has significant impacts on your body, your emotions, and your mind. Educating yourself on how withdrawing from meth will impact you is essential....

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The Signs and Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder in Loved Ones

Everyone experiences a range of emotions, from happiness to feeling a bit blue. Bipolar disorder (formerly called manic-depressive disorder or manic depression), however, is different from normal emotional highs and lows. With bipolar disorder, mood shifts can seem sudd...

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What to Do in the Event of an Ambien Overdose

It's estimated that one in every four people develops insomnia annually — 25% of the population. While many recover without intervention, some will seek a way to beat the cycle of sleep deprivation. If you have problems sleeping and use Ambien, a common sleep aid, you...

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Supporting and Assisting a Loved One with Bipolar Disorder

Nearly 3% of the U.S. population had a bipolar diagnosis in the past year. Bipolar disorder can feel extremely lonely and isolating —both for the person suffering from it and their loved ones. The good news is help and healing are available. If you’re wondering how...

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Building self-esteem during recovery

After an alcohol or drug detox, a person who struggles with substance abuse disorder will face a plethora of emotions and difficulties. To reach and maintain long-term sobriety, however, they must acknowledge and face these feelings and challenges as they arise. One ...

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Recognizing Ambien and Ambien Dependence in Loved Ones

Zolpidem, more commonly known by the name Ambien, is a commonly prescribed sleeping pill. When taken for insomnia, the pill is generally safe in the short term, although some people who take it may behave dangerously or uncharacteristically, such as driving while aslee...

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How Long Ambien Remains in the Body for Drug Abuse Detection

Ambien — the brand name for the drug zolpidem — remains in the body for drug abuse detection for a relatively short timeframe compared to other medications. The detection time for Ambien is thought to be as little as 24-48 hours, d...

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15 Tips to Combat Substance Use During the Holidays

Addiction and the holidays often go hand in hand. This time of year can be mentally exhausting, and many people — particularly those with mental health conditions — often find it hard to cope. They turn to drugs and alcohol for stress relief. Read More

Self-Care During Early Recovery

Self-care in recovery is critical in the path toward normalcy, freeing individuals from substance abuse and addiction. The process involves daily nurturing of physical and mental health through conscious practices. Self-care in recovery can significantly supplement on...

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Cocaine and Depression: The Importance of Treatment

It may be surprising to hear, but cocaine and depression often go hand-in-hand. Treatment is critical for anyone who is abusing or addicted to this stimulant drug if they want to recover. But why do people who are depressed gravitate toward cocaine? And what treatmen...

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Substance Abuse: The Dangers of Tylenol With Codeine

If you have ever needed to go to the doctor due to a nagging cough, they may have prescribed Tylenol with codeine. While the combination of these medications does work well, it also opens the door to ongoing Read More

Why Those with Bipolar Disorder Should Not Use Marijuana

As increased research into the benefits of cannabis has emerged, we’ve learned that medical marijuana is a powerful tool in the fight against many conditions. From alcohol addiction to Alzheimer's ...

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What Kinds of Therapies Does Olympus Offer?

If you’re struggling with an addiction or mental health issue, then seeking treatment is essential. With the proper treatment, you can begin to feel like yourself again. Mental health ...

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Are Rates of Suicide Higher Among Those With Bipolar Disorder?

Nearly 3% of Americans are affected by bipolar disorder, according to data from the National Institute of Mental Health. Dramatic mood episodes from manic highs to ...

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Addiction and What You Need to Know About Trauma Informed Care

If you or a loved one suffers from trauma, you're not alone. Around six out of ten men and five out of ten women experience at least Read More

9 Grounding Techniques for When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed

When you were a kid, being grounded was a bad thing. Now, as an adult, it has an entirely different meaning, and grounding techniques can help you manage intense emotions or when you feel overwhelmed. Grounding is...

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What Is Alcoholism? | A Complete Guide

If you have concerns about your drinking habits, you may wonder, “what is alcoholism?”. This guide will tell you everything you need to know about it. You’ll learn about the signs, symptoms, and causes. After reading this guide, you may believe you are suffering f...

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Alcoholism and Addiction — Can Couples Go to Rehab Together?

Are you and your significant other considering going to couples rehab together for alcoholism or addiction issues? If so, please give yourself a massive pat on the back for taking the plunge to recovery. We know it is not easy! Struggling wi...

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What Are the Warning Signs of Relapse?

If you or a loved one is recovering from alcohol or drugs and are concerned about relapse, rest assured you are not alone! Relapse is a natural part of recovery. Here are the top warning signs of relapse and ways to manage them to get back on...

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Holding an Alcohol Addiction Intervention for a Loved One

Alcohol is one of the most abused substances in American society. Over 14 million Americans abuse alcohol, and you may have noticed signs of alcohol misuse in you...

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PHP vs. IOP: What's the Difference?

When it comes to addiction and mental health treatment, many people require a mixture of inpatient and outpatient treatment. While very severe addiction almost always requires inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization programs and intensive outpatient programs are su...

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How to Avoid Substituting Addictions

As anyone who has ever suffered from an addiction knows, recovery can be a challenging journey. Fortunately, with work and professional assistance, there is no question that recovery from alcoholism or any other addiction is possible. Recovery is a journey, not an end s...

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How To Help Your Loved One During Early Recovery

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What Are the 10 Triggers of Relapse?

Veronica Holyfield was in the recovery process for almost a year when she made the decision to have one drink with dinner. Four hours later, she was blacked out and o...

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Alcohol Addiction Treatment at Olympus Recovery

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 14.5 million Americans over the age of 12 had alcohol use disorder in 2019. Unfortunately, just 7.2% of these individuals received treatment. If you or your loved one are struggling with alcohol addic...

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What To Expect at a Substance Abuse Evaluation

A substance abuse evaluation is an integral tool that assists a trained specialist in determining whether or not you have an abuse problem. This evaluation looks at multiple factors that ascertain if you need immediate help and, if not, can give you insight into how to ...

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How Long Can Headaches From Alcohol Withdrawal Last?

Anyone who has quit chronic drinking will attest that alcohol withdrawal causes many uncomfortable symptoms. One of the most commonly mentioned is a persistent headache. If you or someone you care about is experiencing an alcohol withdrawal headache, read on to learn mo...

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How To Stay Sober – Techniques And The Importance of Community

Recognizing you’re addicted to alcohol is tough. For many people, detoxing is just part of a long recovery journey. Detoxing from alcohol can be very challenging but staying sober after you have detoxed is an ongoing test and lifelong process. Whether you’ve been th...

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Traumatic Grief Therapy: Definition, Techniques, and Efficacy

Across the world, approximately 120 people die each minute. The causes of these deaths are diverse. From lengthy battles with illnesses and natural causes to freak accidents and drug ov...

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20 Essential Books for Those With an Addicted Loved One

Addiction is a personal journey that has its own struggles, but addicts don’t go through their conditions alone. Whether facing alcoholism or addiction, the individual's loved ones also suffer. Addiction and remission can be overwhelming for everyone involved. For ...

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Does Health Insurance Cover Long-Term/Extended Stay Drug Recovery Programs?

One of the biggest deterrents that keeps people from seeking the addiction treatment they need is the cost. Many people fear their insurance won’t pay for the program, or they struggle to find in-network providers. In this post, we go over everything you need to know ...

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How Long Does Coke Stay in Your System?

How long does coke stay in your system? This guide dives into the drug's half-life, factors that impact how long cocaine stays in the body, and how you can seek treatment, as well as other essential questions related to cocaine use....

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Is Addiction a Disease?

Do you consider addiction a disease? Is it a disease? Read our blog post to find the answer to that question and much more....

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Is Alcohol a Hallucinogen?

You may have heard by now that alcohol is a drug. But, is alcohol a hallucinogen? What other effects does alcohol have on the brain? This guide dives into those answers and much more....

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Is Suboxone an Opiate?

What is Suboxone used for? Is Suboxone an opiate? This blog post aims to answer those essential questions and much more so you can start your recovery today. ...

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Is There a Difference Between Drug Abuse and Addiction?

Is there a difference between drug abuse and addiction? Find out in this blog post as we take a deep dive into the topic....

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FMLA Requirements, Addiction, and Dual Diagnosis

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows qualifying employees to take leave for family and medical purposes without risk of termination. Fortunately for those dealing with addiction, drug rehab falls under the act. Here’s what you need to know. ...

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Cocaine Addiction Treatment

Recent spikes in overdoses and deaths linked to cocaine abuse have raised the national alarm on the epidemic. When you’re dealing with addiction yourself, though, the reality is even more alarming. At Olympus Recovery, we can help you overcome this battle. ...

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Meth Addiction Treatment

Methamphetamine is one of the most commonly abused stimulants in the world. Its wide availability and addictive nature contribute to this fact. It doesn’t have to control your life, though, and Olympus Recovery can help you reach recovery. ...

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Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment

Dealing with prescription drug addiction is a difficult battle, but it’s one that millions of Americans face. Fortunately, you don’t have to fight it on your own. Olympus Recovery has the proven tools necessary to help you take your life back. ...

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How to Ask for FMLA — A Guide to Addiction Treatment

It may seem intimidating to approach your boss and ask for FMLA leave for drug rehab. This is an understandable feeling, but thanks to federal protections, mentioning rehab often isn't necessary. Here’s what you need to know about the process. ...

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What is FMLA? A Guide to Protecting your Employment While in a Florida Rehab

The Family and Medical Leave Act created job protection for employees who need medical treatment or to take care of their families. For those facing addiction, the law is a blessing. Here’s what you need to know. ...

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What Is Alcohol Addiction?

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 14.5 million Americans over the age of 12 had alcohol use disorder in 2019. Unfortunately, just 7.2% of these individuals received treatment....

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